Cygnet

usgb/ˈsɪɡnət/
noun

A young swan.

The cygnets are learning how to swim under their mother's supervision.
Visual representation of "cygnet" - A young swan.

Often appears as...

  • baby cygnet
  • white cygnet
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Life Stage

Use 'cygnet' to describe swans only when they are young, similar to 'puppy' for dogs.

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The pond was full of beautiful cygnets this spring.
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Natural Setting

'Cygnet' often appears in nature-related discussions, especially regarding bird development.

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There is a special area of the lake where the cygnets are raised.
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Color Association

Cygnet' may imply whiteness as many associate young swans with white feathers, despite some being grey.

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The cygnets haven't turned white yet; they're still grey.
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