noun a young child or baby
preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause
Refers to a very young child being carried in someone's arms, typically a parent or caregiver.
Describes an infant or very young child who is being held or carried.
Used to describe the age and developmental stage of a child, often in medical contexts.
Indicates a close bond between a caregiver and a young child, emphasizing the vulnerability and dependence of the child.
In literature, the phrase 'a babe in arms' may be used metaphorically to describe a character who is innocent or inexperienced.
In psychology, the term 'a babe in arms' may be used to refer to a person who is vulnerable or in need of protection.
In education, the expression 'a babe in arms' may be used to describe a student who is very young or inexperienced.
In the medical field, 'a babe in arms' is a colloquial term used to refer to a very young infant or newborn baby.