Definitions

1. noun

A very young human being, especially one in the first year of life.

“The infant was swaddled tightly in a blanket to help him sleep.”

2. noun

A young animal, especially one that is newly hatched or born.

“The infant bird tumbled out of its nest and onto the forest floor.”

3. noun

A thing that is in an early stage of development.

“The infant industry was struggling to compete with established companies.”