breastfeeding
|breast-feed-ing|
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/ˈbrɛstˌfidɪŋ/
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/ˈbrɛstˌfiːdɪŋ/
(breastfeed)
feeding from the breast
Etymology
Etymology Information
'breastfeeding' originates from the combination of 'breast' and 'feeding', where 'breast' refers to the mammary gland and 'feeding' means providing nourishment.
Historical Evolution
'breastfeeding' evolved from the Old English word 'brēost' meaning 'breast' and 'fēdan' meaning 'to feed'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'feeding from the breast', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of feeding a baby with milk directly from the breast.
Breastfeeding is recommended for newborns.
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Verb 1
present participle of 'breastfeed'.
She is breastfeeding her baby.
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Last updated: 2025/06/22 18:19