Meaning & use
Kiddo
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An informal, affectionate way of addressing a child or young person.
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"Good job, kiddo," the coach said, ruffling her hair.
How's school going, kiddo?
A note on using this word
"Kiddo" is used almost exclusively as a direct, friendly form of address rather than to describe someone in the third person.
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