lactation — the secretion of milk by the mammary glands
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the secretion of milk by the mammary glands
Pronunciation (IPA): /lækˈteɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The new mom was surprised when lactation started before her baby was even born.
- Many companies now provide lactation rooms for working mothers.
- The lactation consultant helped her solve the breastfeeding difficulties.
lactation
NOUN[/lækˈteɪʃən/]
the secretion of milk by the mammary glands
Mother cow producing milk for calf
Lactation at the station, dreaming of vacation!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Lactation derives from Latin 'lac' (milk), a term deeply rooted in Roman culture where milk was regarded as a sacred source of life. The word developed from the Latin verb 'lactare', meaning 'to suckle' or 'to give milk'.
Breakdown
lac- (milk, from Latin 'lac') + -ation (act, process, or condition of), forming a noun denoting the physiological process of milk production and secretion in mammals.
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📝Examples
“The new mom was surprised when lactation started before her baby was even born.”
“Many companies now provide lactation rooms for working mothers.”
“The lactation consultant helped her solve the breastfeeding difficulties.”
“She joked that lactation was like having a 24/7 milk factory in her body.”
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