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teat

/tiːt/ noun · British & US
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What does teat mean?

noun

A small opening or spout through which milk is drawn from a cow or other animal, especially one attached to a pail or bucket. A small nipple or spout on a bottle or other container from which a baby drinks.

Example

"The farmer carefully cleaned the teat before milking the cow."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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