Fawn

usgb/fɔːn/
noun

A young deer.

The fawn was spotted in the forest with its mother.
Visual representation of "fawn" - A young deer.

Often appears as...

  • spotted fawn
  • newborn fawn
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Animal Age

A fawn refers specifically to a young deer, not an adult.

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A group of fawns played while the older deer watched.
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Species Specific

The term 'fawn' is not used for the young of all animals, only for deer.

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The fawn stumbled as it followed its mother through the woods.
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Wildlife Context

Fawn is often used in discussions about nature, wildlife, and hunting.

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The wildlife sanctuary protects fawns and other forest creatures.
Visual representation of the word "Fawn"

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