giraffeling

English

Etymology

From giraffe +‎ -ling.

Noun

giraffeling (plural giraffelings)

1. (rare) A young or miniature giraffe.
   • 2015, A. Brunneis, The Boulevards of Extinction, page 133:

     “So why do you tell us these stupid stories every day?” The short-necked giraffeling asked. “Because,” the wise old giraffe said, “stories are the longest neckline we have.” “I guess so,” the short-necked giraffeling said.