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chick
[C] Countable
pl: chicks
The term carries a stark contrast depending on the subject. When referring to animals, it is a neutral, descriptive term for vulnerability and new life, evoking images of softness and dependence. When applied to people, the word is heavily loaded with social baggage. While some use it as a playful or affectionate term for a female friend, it is frequently perceived as belittling or sexist because it equates a woman to a small, immature bird. It is generally avoided in professional or formal settings.
Countable when referring to the individual baby birds or the individual women.