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Chick

usgb/tʃɪk/Volume
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Age Sensitive

Use 'chick' for very young birds, not older ones. 'Chick' implies youth and immaturity.

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Look at that chick just learning to fly.
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Species Specific

Though 'chick' usually means baby chickens, it can refer to any baby bird.

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The robin fed her chicks in the nest.
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Farming Context

Associated with farming or raising birds. Use 'chick' when talking about agriculture.

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The farmer counted all the new chicks this morning.
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