Baby Boom
Definition
The Baby Boom refers to a significant increase in the birth rate that occurred after World War II, specifically between the years 1946 and 1964. It resulted in a large generation of individuals known as baby boomers.
Analogy
Imagine a crowded amusement park ride where there is suddenly a surge of people rushing in all at once. That's what the Baby Boom was like - a sudden influx of babies being born in a short period of time.
Related terms
Postwar Period: The era immediately following World War II when countries were recovering from the war's impact and experiencing economic growth.
Fertility Rate: The average number of children born to women during their reproductive years.
Demographics: The statistical characteristics of human populations, such as age, gender, race, and income level.
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