cygnet
What is another word for cygnet? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A young swan.
We haven't recorded synonyms for cygnet yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
How to use cygnet
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a cygnet and its mother
a brood of cygnets
It is a neutral, standard word for a young swan.
Etymology
The word comes from Middle English cignet, from Anglo-Norman. It began as a diminutive of Old French cigne, "swan", which traces back through Latin cygnus to Ancient Greek.
Full origin of cygnet →Frequently asked questions
What is a cygnet?
A cygnet is the young of a swan.
How do you pronounce cygnet?
It is pronounced SIG-nit, with the stress on the first syllable. It sounds the same as signet.
Is cygnet spelled the same as signet?
No. They sound alike, but cygnet is spelled with a c and y and means a young swan.
