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Fledging - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Fledging refers to the stage when a young bird develops feathers and wings strong enough for flight. It can also describe someone or something new and inexperienced in a particular role or activity.

fledging

/ˈflɛdʒɪŋ/ /ˈflɛdʒɪŋ/

Definition:

A young bird that has just grown feathers for flight; inexperienced or new in a field.

Synonyms:

novice, beginner, newcomer, rookie

Part of Speech:

noun, adjective

Antonyms:

expert, veteran

Common Collocations:

fledgling bird, fledgling writer, fledgling business

Derivatives:

fledge (verb), fledged (adjective)

Usage Tips:

Use "fledging" to describe young birds or someone new to a skill or profession.

Common Phrases:

fledgling stage, fledgling effort, fledgling enterprise

Etymology:

Derived from Old English *flycge*, meaning "able to fly," related to *fledge*.

Examples:

  • 1. The fledging hopped clumsily from branch to branch.
  • 2. She was a fledging journalist eager to prove herself.
  • 3. The company is still a fledging in the tech industry.
  • 4. His fledging attempts at painting showed great potential.

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