noun General Slang

young one

· noun · irish-eng

A young girl — usually a teenager or younger woman.

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Refers to a girl or young woman, typically a teenager. Distinct from the male equivalent 'young fella'. Often used by older speakers about someone notably younger. Neutral in tone — can be fond, neutral, or mildly disapproving depending on delivery.

“There was a young one at the till didn't know what a postal order was.”
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young one In A Sentence

There was a young one at the till didn't know what a postal order was.

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What does "young one" mean?

It refers to a young girl — usually a teenager or younger woman.

How do you use "young one" in a sentence?

"He's way too old to be chatting up a young one like that."

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