Definitions

1. adjective

having no children, especially not having any yet or having none surviving.

“The couple decided to adopt a child after realizing they would be childless.”

2. noun

a person or people who have no children, especially as a result of choice or circumstances.

“The childless couple were happy to devote their time to philanthropy.”

3. adverb

in a way that is characteristic of a person who has no children.

“She worked childless to meet the project deadline.”