🍼lactation

noun
/lækˈteɪʃən/

Meaning

the secretion of milk by the mammary glands of female mammals

Example Sentences

The doctor explained that lactation is a natural process after childbirth.

Synonyms

milk production, breastfeeding, nursing

Antonyms

weaning, dryness

Collocations

lactation period, lactation consultant, induce lactation

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