cygnet Meaning & Definition
/ˈsɪɡ.nɪt/
What Does Cygnet Mean?
As a noun, cygnet means The young of a swan.
Quick Facts About Cygnet
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈsɪɡ.nɪt/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Synonyms | swanling |
| Plural | cygnets |
Cygnet Definition (Noun)
- The young of a swan.
Synonyms of Cygnet
Cygnet synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
cygnet (plural cygnets)
Words That Rhyme With Cygnet
Origin of Cygnet
From Middle English cignet, signet, from Anglo-Norman cignet, diminutive of Old French cigne (“swan”), from Latin cygnus, cycnus (“swan”), from Ancient Greek κύκνος (kúknos, “swan”).
Cygnet Pronunciation
The standard pronunciation of cygnet is /ˈsɪɡ.nɪt/, spoken in 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (sɪɡ).
Common Questions About Cygnet
What part of speech is cygnet?
Cygnet is a noun.
What is another word for cygnet?
You can replace cygnet with words such as swanling. See the full list of cygnet synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of cygnet?
The plural of cygnet is cygnets.