Lambkin: meaning, definitions and examples

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lambkin

 

[ หˆlรฆm.kษชn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

term of endearment

The word 'lambkin' is a term of endearment for a small lamb or a young child. It conveys feelings of affection and tenderness. This term is often used in poetry and literature to evoke a sense of innocence and sweetness. It suggests a gentle, nurturing relationship between the speaker and the subject.

Synonyms

darling, pet, sweetheart

Examples of usage

  • She called her daughter her little lambkin.
  • The farmer watched over his lambkins in the meadow.
  • He was a lambkin, innocent and full of wonder.

Translations

Translations of the word "lambkin" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cordeirozinho

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเฅ‡เคขเคผเคพ(เค•เคพ เคฌเคšเฅเคšเคพ)

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Lรคmmchen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ anak domba

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะณะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ lambkin

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅญ็พŠ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท agneau

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ corderito

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kuzu

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ƒˆ๋ผ ์–‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฎุฑูˆู ุตุบูŠุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jehnฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ jahniฤka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฐ็พŠ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ jagnje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lamb

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะพา›ั‚ั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒขแƒ™แƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ quzu

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ corderito

Etymology

The term 'lambkin' originates from the word 'lamb,' which has Old English roots, derived from 'lamb' meaning a young sheep. The diminutive suffix '-kin' is a way to indicate smallness or affection, originating from Middle English. The combination of these words suggests a small or young lamb, emphasizing gentleness and innocence. This term has been used in English literature since the 15th century, often appearing in poetry and romantic texts to express deep affection. Over time, 'lambkin' has evolved into a broader term of endearment, often used for children or loved ones, retaining the connotations of innocence and purity associated with lambs.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,887, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.