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hatchling

The correct spelling is hatchling.

How to pronounce hatchling

noun

Say it like: Hac-hli-ng

The correct spelling is hatchling. A newly hatched bird, reptile or other animal that has emerged from an egg. For example: "The hatchling alligator had just broken out of its shell but was already trying to follow its mother, who hunted hatchling birds."

Usage Examples

The hatchling alligator had just broken out of its shell but was already trying to follow its mother, who hunted hatchling birds.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A newly hatched bird, reptile or other animal that has emerged from an egg.

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