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Suckling Definition & Meaning

suckling
noun
  1. English poet and courtier (1609-1642)
  2. an infant considered in relation to its nurse
  3. a young mammal that has not been weaned
  4. feeding an infant by giving suck at the breast

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Frequently asked questions

What does suckling mean?
English poet and courtier (1609-1642) an infant considered in relation to its nurse a young mammal that has not been weaned feeding an infant by giving suck at the breast
What part of speech is suckling?
Suckling is a noun.
How many definitions does suckling have?
Suckling has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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