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lamb

noun

Find the meaning of the word lamb, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.

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Meaning

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A young sheep, especially one less than one year old; also used metaphorically for a gentle, innocent person.

Example Sentence

The farmer rescued the lost lamb from the thicket and brought it back to the flock.

Usage Note

Use "lamb" when talking about a young sheep or to describe someone who is gentle and innocent, such as in the phrase "as innocent as a lamb".