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Meaning of tyke
A child, especially a small or mischievous one.
Etymology of tyke
The word "tyke" originated in the mid-19th century, likely from a dialectal or colloquial term, possibly related to the Old English word "tīc," meaning "goat" or "kid," which may have been used to refer to a lively or mischievous child.
The term has been used in various contexts, including literature and everyday speech, to refer to a young child, often with connotations of playfulness or mischief.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A child, especially a small or mischievous one, according to Oxford Languages.
- A young child, typically in a playful or mischievous sense.
Usage Examples
- The tyke was running around the playground, laughing and playing with his friends.
- She was a bit of a tyke as a child, always getting into trouble and causing mischief.
- The young tyke was fascinated by the animals at the zoo and spent hours watching them.