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Definition of Second childhood
1. Noun. Mental infirmity as a consequence of old age; sometimes shown by foolish infatuations.
Exact synonyms: Dotage, Senility
Generic synonyms: Age, Eld, Geezerhood, Old Age, Years
Derivative terms: Senile
Generic synonyms: Age, Eld, Geezerhood, Old Age, Years
Derivative terms: Senile
Definition of Second childhood
1. Noun. (idiomatic) The period or state of cognitive decline of an elderly person, characterized by childlike judgment and behavior. ¹
2. Noun. (idiomatic) A childlike state in any adult, resulting from mental illness, trauma, or other conditions. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com