baby

noun

1. A very young human, particularly from birth to a couple of years old or until walking is fully mastered. A very young human, even if not yet born.

   “When is your baby due?”

2. A very young human, even if not yet born.

   “When is your baby due?”

3. Any very young animal, especially a vertebrate; many species have specific names for their babies, such as kittens for the babies of cats, puppies for the babies of dogs, and chicks for the babies of birds. See Category:Baby animals for more.

4. A person who is immature, infantile, or feeble.

   “Stand up for yourself – don't be such a baby!”

adjective

1. Picked when small and immature (as in baby corn, baby potatoes).

2. Newest (overall, or in some group or state); most inexperienced.

3. Like or pertaining to a baby, in size or youth; small, young.

verb

1. To coddle; to pamper somebody like an infant.

2. To tend (something) with care; to be overly attentive to (something), fuss over.