Definition of "moppet" [mop•pet]

• A young child. (noun)

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• "The moppet is a quick study, though he needs to be counseled not to smile adorably while making his subjects tremble in fear of his wrath."
• "In her, America cherished the baby, the moppet, and cherub-faced doll."
• "“Hold on now, moppet,” he cried as he struggled to restrain her."