Female child: meaning, definitions and examples

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female child

 

[ ˈfiːmeɪl tʃaɪld ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

young age

A female child refers to a young girl, typically below the age of adolescence. Females children are often characterized by their innocence, playfulness, and curiosity about the world around them.

Synonyms

girl, little girl, young girl.

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Word Description / Examples
female child

This is a formal way to refer to a young female individual, often used in legal, academic, or medical contexts.

  • The research focused on the growth patterns of a female child
girl

This is a general term used in everyday situations to refer to a young female. It's widely accepted and understood.

  • There is a girl playing in the park
young girl

This term is suitable for describing a female child who is older than a toddler but still a child, often used to indicate that she is between early childhood and adolescence.

  • The young girl is excited to start school next year
little girl

Use this term when you want to emphasize the very young age of the female child, generally referring to a toddler or young child.

  • The little girl smiled brightly as she held her doll

Examples of usage

  • She is a sweet female child.
  • The female child was playing in the garden.
Context #2 | Noun

legal terms

In legal terms, a female child may refer to a minor girl who has not yet reached the age of majority. Laws and regulations often provide specific protections and rights for female children to ensure their well-being and safety.

Synonyms

minor girl, underage girl.

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female child

This phrase is typically used in formal or medical contexts to refer to a young female human being without specifying age.

  • The doctor examined the female child and found that she was in good health.
  • A female child was enrolled in the kindergarten program.
minor girl

Used in legal or formal contexts to refer to a female who is not yet of legal age and has certain legal protections or restrictions.

  • The minor girl was represented by her legal guardian in court.
  • Laws are in place to protect the rights of every minor girl.
underage girl

Frequently used in legal or regulatory contexts when emphasizing the fact that the girl has not yet reached a specific age of legal adulthood. It often carries a slightly negative connotation when referring to illegal activities.

  • It is illegal to sell alcohol to an underage girl.
  • The nightclub faced penalties for admitting underage girls.

Examples of usage

  • The court granted custody of the female child to her mother.
  • Special provisions were made to protect the rights of the female child.

Translations

Translations of the word "female child" in other languages:

🇵🇹 menina

🇮🇳 लड़की

🇩🇪 Mädchen

🇮🇩 anak perempuan

🇺🇦 дівчинка

🇵🇱 dziewczynka

🇯🇵 女の子 (onna no ko)

🇫🇷 fille

🇪🇸 niña

🇹🇷 kız çocuğu

🇰🇷 여자 아이 (yeoja ai)

🇸🇦 طفلة (ṭifla)

🇨🇿 dívka

🇸🇰 dievča

🇨🇳 女孩 (nǚhái)

🇸🇮 deklica

🇮🇸 stelpa

🇰🇿 қыз бала (qyz bala)

🇬🇪 გოგონა (gogona)

🇦🇿 qız uşağı

🇲🇽 niña

Etymology

The term 'female child' has been in use for centuries to distinguish young girls from young boys. In many cultures, the upbringing and treatment of female children have been influenced by societal norms and gender roles. Over time, efforts have been made to promote gender equality and ensure that female children have the same opportunities as their male counterparts.