suckle
|suck/le|
B2
/ˈsʌkəl/
nourish with milk
Etymology
Etymology Information
'suckle' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'soklen,' which is a diminutive form of 'soken,' meaning 'to suck.'
Historical Evolution
'soklen' transformed into the modern English word 'suckle' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to suck,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to give or draw milk.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/28 16:40