The word “chick” has a couple of primary meanings in English:
1. **Animal Context**: It refers to a young bird, especially a baby chicken. It is commonly used to describe newly hatched chicks that are fluffy and small.
2. **Informal Usage**: It can be used as a slang term to refer to a young woman or girl. This usage is informal and can sometimes be considered derogatory or disrespectful, depending on the context and tone.
In both contexts, the word emphasizes youth or infancy.