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childless

Childless (adj) means having no children. Example: “The couple remained childless by choice.”

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Having no children.
"The couple remained childless by choice."

How to use childless

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In plain EnglishNot having any children, whether by choice or circumstance.

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Etymology

Formed from "child" plus the suffix -less, meaning "without."

Frequently asked questions

What does “childless” mean?

The word “childless” means having no children. In plain terms, not having any children, whether by choice or circumstance.

How do you use “childless” in a sentence?

Here is “childless” used in a sentence: “The couple remained childless by choice.”

What part of speech is “childless”?

“Childless” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of childless?

"childless" (adj) means having no children.

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