youngblood
Youngblood (noun) means a newcomer who brings energy or fresh ideas to a group, especially a young person joining an established team. Example: “The coach brought in some youngblood to shake up the aging roster.”
How to use youngblood
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA young, energetic newcomer brought in to refresh an older group.
Word forms
youngbloods plural, Youngbloods plural
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The coach brought in some _____ to shake up the aging roster.
Etymology
A straightforward compound of young and blood, used since the 20th century for fresh new talent or energy.
Rhymes for youngblood
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What does “youngblood” mean?
The word “youngblood” means a newcomer who brings energy or fresh ideas to a group, especially a young person joining an established team. In plain terms, a young, energetic newcomer brought in to refresh an older group.
How do you use “youngblood” in a sentence?
Here is “youngblood” used in a sentence: “The coach brought in some youngblood to shake up the aging roster.”
What part of speech is “youngblood”?
“Youngblood” is a noun.
Where does the word “youngblood” come from?
The word “youngblood” dates back to around 1900. A straightforward compound of young and blood, used since the 20th century for fresh new talent or energy.
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