Calling a lion a "kitty" is an example of a young child's
A) syntax.
B) overregularization.
C) overextension.
D) underextension.

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Overextension refers to when a child uses a word to describe a broader range of objects than it actually represents. In this case, calling a lion a "kitty" is an overextension, as a lion is not typically considered a type of house cat, but a child may be using the term "kitty" to encompass all furry, four-legged animals.

Calling a Lion a "Kitty" Is an Example of a Young