This word means a young person or a child. It is common in everyday speech and can refer to any boy or girl.
The kid is playing in the park.
That kid likes to read books.
As a verb, kid means to say something in a funny or playful way, not seriously. People use it to joke or tease friends.
I was just kidding with you.
He likes to kid his friends a lot.
This is an informal way to talk about children or young people. It is friendly and often used with positive or casual tone.
That kid is very smart and friendly.
Kids love to play outside.
This is a special verb used in farming to say a female goat has given birth to young goats.
The goat kidded three babies last spring.
Our goat is going to kid soon.
Used in informal speech to speak kindly to children or young people. It is warm and friendly language.
Hey kid, want some candy?
The kids are having fun outside.
