Cade

/keΙͺd/ noun

A young animal, especially a lamb or calf, that has been abandoned by its mother and is raised by hand by humans.

From Middle English 'cade,' possibly from Old French 'cadel' meaning a young animal or pet. The word may relate to 'cadet,' originally meaning a younger son or dependent, reflecting the idea of something small or dependent that requires care.

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