Meaning of the word suckle in English

What does suckle mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

suckle

US /ˈsʌk.əl/

UK /ˈsʌk.əl/

feed (a baby or young animal) at the breast or udder

Example:

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The mother cat began to suckle her kittens.

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She would often suckle her baby in public.

Synonym:

nurse breastfeed feed

(of a baby or young animal) feed by sucking at the breast or udder

Example:

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The calf began to suckle from its mother.

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The infant would suckle contentedly.

Synonym:

suck nurse

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