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childhood

/tʃaɪld.hʊd/ noun · British & US
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What does childhood mean?

noun

The state or period of being a child, typically from birth to puberty. A period of life characterized by innocence and vulnerability.

Example

"Her childhood was marked by a love of reading and exploration."

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