Why do they call people young, instead of new?

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People call people old, but not new. Where does "young" come from?

2007-12-19 12:18:45 · 2 answers · asked by HyperNick 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay

A baby is referred to as new. As in "newborn." When they get a little older, they are called young. Then middle aged, then old.

2007-12-19 13:19:55 · answer #1 · answered by soupkitty 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Young and old..instead of new and used....

2007-12-19 20:26:29 · answer #2 · answered by ? 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋