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bairn Definition and Meaning in English (bairn definition)

noun
Synonyms:childkidyoungster
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Bairn definition: A child, especially one from Scotland or northern England.

Definitions of Bairn

  1. 1noun(colloquial)

    A child, especially one from Scotland or northern England.

Example Sentences

casual

“The bairn was playing happily in the garden.”

casual

“She held her bairn close to her chest.”

Synonyms

Antonyms

adultgrown-up

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Bairn definition: A child, especially one from Scotland or northern England.
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'Bairn' translates to 'bairn' in English. Bairn definition: A child, especially one from Scotland or northern England.
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