Meaning of the word weaning in English

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

weaning

US /ˈwiː.nɪŋ/
UK /ˈwiː.nɪŋ/

Noun

the process of gradually introducing a mammal, especially a baby, to food other than its mother's milk

Example:
The doctor advised starting the weaning process at six months.
She found the weaning period challenging but rewarding.