preschooler

[ pree-skoo-ler ]

noun

1. a child below the official school starting age, usually a child up to age five.

Word History and Origins

Origin of preschooler¹

First recorded in 1945–50; preschool + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Fifty-five years ago, preschoolers were captivated by the TV performance of a fuzzy blue monster, two striped shirt-wearing best friends and a big yellow bird.

From Los Angeles Times

Giuliani's broad-brush take on Palestinian preschoolers left him afraid of any possible refugee program, saying that Democrats are on the "side of the terrorists."

From Salon

From January to April, adults bought more toys than any other age group, surpassing preschoolers for the first time, according to Circana.

From Los Angeles Times

The pandemic turbocharged the trend, as schools closed and parents sought safe learning environments for their preschoolers.

From Los Angeles Times

“I did a community relations deal with the Chiefs and read a Dr. Seuss book to a bunch of preschoolers,” recalled Kelce, who wore a towering red-and-white-striped top hat to the event.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• child
• infant
• kid
• youngster