1. a recently hatched young animal, especially a bird, reptile, or fish

Examples

• The sea turtle hatchlings made their way to the ocean.
• We watched the bird hatchlings in their nest.
• The snake hatchlings were only a few inches long.
• Crocodile hatchlings stay close to their mother for protection.
• The fish hatchlings swam together in a school.
• Baby chickens are called hatchlings for their first few days.