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childhood

Definition

Childhood is the time of life when you are a child.

It is a time when you learn and grow, and you start to understand the world around you.

Childhood is a special time, and it is important to enjoy it.

How can the word be used?

My childhood was spent playing in the woods behind my house.

childhood

Different forms of the word

Noun:

Singular: childhood.

Plural: childhoods.

Adjective:

Childlike: innocent or naive in a way that is charming.

Etymology

The word "childhood" comes from the Old English word "childhad". The Old English word "childhad" is made up of the words "child" and "had", which means "state" or "condition". So, the literal meaning of the Old English word "childhad" is "the state of being a child". The word "childhood" was first used in English in the 14th century.

Question

What comes after childhood?

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