in diapers
The phrase "in diapers" can be used both literally and figuratively to describe early stages of development or immaturity.
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Definition
A2Childcare
(literal)Referring to a very young child who still needs to wear diapers.
Example
- The baby is still in diapers and needs frequent changing.
B2General
(figurative, informal)Describing someone or something in the early stages of development or growth, indicating immaturity.
Example
- The startup is still in diapers, but it has great potential.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "in diapers":
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