offspring
Pronunciation
Noun
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
The young of a person, animal, or plant.
Usage notes
"Offspring" has the same form whether you mean one or many, there is no separate plural.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The mother bird fiercely protected her _____ from predators."
Answer: offspring
In your own words, what does "offspring" mean?
The young of a person, animal, or plant.
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