### Question
What is the definition of child?


### Answer
The definition of **child** is as follows in *5 U.S.C. § 8467*:

> an individual under 18 years of age

#### Citation:
  - *5 U.S.C. § 8467*
  - Heading: **PART III-EMPLOYEES > Subpart G-Insurance and Annuities > CHAPTER 84-FEDERAL EMPLOYEES&#8217; RETIREMENT SYSTEM > SUBCHAPTER VI-GENERAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS**

