Infant
/ˈɪnfənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A child under the age of one year or in some jurisdictions, a minor under the age of majority.
The court appointed a guardian ad litem for the infant in the custody case.
- (adj.) Relating to or denoting infants or infancy.
The hospital has a specialized infant care unit.
Forms
- infants
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'infant' often refers to minors and can imply limited capacity to contract or act independently.
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