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infancy

noun

in·​fan·​cy ˈin-fən(t)-sē How to pronounce infancy (audio)
plural infancies
1
: early childhood
2
: a beginning or early period of existence
3
: the legal status of an infant

Example Sentences

She was often sick during her infancy. a skill developed in infancy She has been a member of the church since its infancy.
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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of infancy was in the 14th century

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