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chicks

Pronunciation: [tʃɪks]

Word

Learn how to use chicks in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “animals”

(noun) a young bird, especially a baby chicken. Chicks are small and fluffy. They are often born in spring.

Example

The farmer showed us the cute little chicks that hatched last week.

Example

There are no chicks left in the coop; all of them have grown up.

Example

How many chicks were born on the farm this year?

Context: “slang”

(noun) a casual term for young women or girls. Some people use this word to refer to girls in a friendly way.

Example

The chicks at my school are planning a fundraiser to help animals.

Example

I don't think all chicks like playing video games; some prefer sports.

Example

Do you know any chicks who enjoy painting?

Context: “animals”

(verb) the action of a baby bird making sounds, especially when it is trying to get out of its shell. When chicks are hatching, you can hear them chirping.

Example

We heard the chicks chirp as they were hatching from their eggs.

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The chicks didn't chirp much because they were still sleeping.

Example

Why do you think the chicks are chirping so loudly?

How to pronounce chicks

Pronunciation: [tʃɪks]

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