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CHILDISHNESS

\t͡ʃˈa͡ɪldɪʃnəs], \t‍ʃˈa‍ɪldɪʃnəs], \tʃ_ˈaɪ_l_d_ɪ_ʃ_n_ə_s]\

Definitions of CHILDISHNESS

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language
1790 - A Complete Dictionary of the English Language

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The state or quality of being childish.

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
By Nuttall, P.Austin.

The qualities of a child in regard to conduct; simplicity; weakness of mind.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

n. State or qualities of a child; simplicity; frivolity.

1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language

Puerility, triflingness; harmlessness.

1790 - A Complete Dictionary of the English Language
By Thomas Sheridan

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