Weaning Definition & Meaning

weaning
noun
  1. the act of substituting other food for the mother's milk in the diet of a child or young mammal

"Weaning" in song lyrics

See how weaning is used in real songs:

  • "kittens and weaning"
    AOL — AOL
  • "kitten weaning"
    AOL — AOL
  • "prozac and weaning"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "weaning"

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