fawn
14 synonyms and 5 antonyms for fawn, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A young deer, usually under a year old.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A young deer, usually under a year old.
“The fawn followed close behind its mother through the woods.”
How to use fawn
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
fawn over someone
a young fawn
fawn-coloured
Etymology
From Old French faon ("young animal"), from Latin fetus ("offspring") — a doublet of "fetus".
Full origin of fawn →Frequently asked questions
What does “fawn” mean?
The word “fawn” means a young deer, usually under a year old. In plain terms, either a baby deer, a pale brownish colour, or (as a verb) grovelling to please someone.
How do you pronounce “fawn”?
“Fawn” is pronounced fawn (/fɔn/ in IPA).
How do you use “fawn” in a sentence?
Here is “fawn” used in a sentence: “The fawn followed close behind its mother through the woods.”
What part of speech is “fawn”?
Depending on how it is used, “fawn” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “fawn” come from?
The word “fawn” comes from Latin. From Old French faon ("young animal"), from Latin fetus ("offspring") — a doublet of "fetus".
How many meanings does “fawn” have?
“Fawn” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a young deer, usually under a year old.
