tot

/tɒt/

Definitions

1. noun

a child, especially a small one; a young animal

“The tot of milk in the fridge was still open.”

2. noun

a small quantity or amount

“A tot of rum was added to the punch.”

3. verb

to give a child a first taste of something, especially an alcoholic drink

“My parents totted me a small amount of wine at the party.”

Synonyms

  • moppet
  • youngster

Antonyms

  • adult
  • grown-up