English Explanatory Dictionary

childness

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The manner that is characteristic of a child; the quality of being childlike, especially those aspects of childhood that are positive, such as innocence, playfulness, trust, and openness.

Word forms

childness childnesses

Etymology

From child + -ness.

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