Meaning & use
neonate
A newborn baby, especially one that is less than four weeks old.
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The hospital's neonate ward cares for premature infants around the clock.
A healthy neonate typically doubles its birth weight within the first five months.
A note on using this word
Neonate is a clinical term used mainly in medical contexts, while newborn is the everyday equivalent.
Words with a similar meaning
newborninfant
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