Wiktionary:Word of the day/2020/November 20

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stripling n

(archaic, also attributive, sometimes humorous) A young man in the state of adolescence, or just passing from boyhood to manhood; a lad. (horticulture) A seedling with most of the leaves stripped off. Today is World Children’s Day, which is recognized by the United Nations to promote international togetherness and the importance of improving children’s welfare.

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