babyhood

• Nom désignant la toute première période de la vie d'un être humain ou d'un animal, avant l'enfance proprement dite ; par extension, stade initial ou naissant d'un développement ou d'une entreprise.

A noun referring to the early stage of growth or development, specifically the earliest state of immaturity in a human or other organism.

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1. Early stage of lifeA2formal

   The period of life when a person is a baby, typically from birth to around two years old.

   Petite enfance

   • She has fond memories of her babyhood.
   • During babyhood, children learn to crawl and walk.
   • Babyhood is a critical time for bonding with parents.

   Synonymesinfancy

2. Early stage of developmentB2formal

   The earliest phase or beginning of something, such as an idea, project, or organization.

   Prémices, phase initiale

   • The company is still in its babyhood and needs careful nurturing.
   • The project is in its babyhood, with many details yet to be decided.
   • The technology is in its babyhood, but it shows great promise.

   Synonymescommencementcradledawnearly daysgenesisinceptioninfancynascencestart