chicks
Translation
chicks
Examples
The hen is looking after her chicks.
The hen is looking after her chicks.
Grammar Patterns
((a/some)) chicks a young bird We saw some chicks in the farmyard.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fledgling, nestling, pullet
Etymology
From Old English 'cicen' (young fowl), possibly of imitative origin from the bird's cry.
Memory Tips
The word 'chick' sounds like the 'cheep' or 'chick' sound a baby bird makes.