chick
word
Definition
A chick is a baby bird, especially a baby chicken. Informally, it can also mean a young woman, but this use can sound casual, old-fashioned, or disrespectful depending on the context.
Usage & Nuances
The animal meaning is common and neutral. The slang meaning for a woman is informal and dated; many people avoid it because it can sound sexist. Common combinations include 'baby chicks', 'hatch chicks', and 'chick flick' (a casual term for a movie aimed at women).
Example Sentences
The yellow chick followed its mother.
basic
A chick came out of the egg this morning.
basic
The farmer takes care of every chick.
basic
He still says 'chick' when he talks about women, which sounds pretty dated now.
natural
My niece spent all afternoon watching the baby chicks at the farm.
natural
We watched a silly chick flick and ate popcorn on the couch.
natural