1. babies that have recently been born
Usage: plural of newborn

Examples

• The hospital’s nursery was full of newborns.
• Newborns typically sleep 16-18 hours per day.
• The pediatrician examined several newborns during her shift.
• New parents often worry about caring for newborns.
• Newborns require frequent feeding every few hours.
• The maternity ward welcomed twelve newborns last week.