Local English word record

wean

verb · 2 senses

gradually deprive (infants and young mammals) of mother's milk

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Examples

  • she weaned her baby when he was 3 months old and started him on powdered milk
  • The kitten was weaned and fed by its owner with a bottle

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Synonyms

ablactate

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