(law) The ongoing obligation for a periodic payment made directly or indirectly by an obligor, usually the noncustodial parent, to an obligee, usually the custodial parent or other guardian, for the financial care and support of children of a relationship or marriage that has been terminated, or which never existed.

A hippie involved with the flower power movement.

(New Age) A child believed to be a next stage in human evolution; to have paranormal abilities like telepathy; or to be more empathic, independent, and creative than its peers.

plural of child carrier

A very young bride, usually coerced or pressured into nuptials with a much older man, as practiced in some cultures.

latchkey kid

plural of child bride

Alternative spelling of child bride.

plural of child-bride

A form of child abuse caused by the denial of basic needs like proper nutrition, care, and love.