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weaning

/wiːnɪŋ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does weaning mean?

noun, verb

The process of gradually stopping someone or something from being fed or supported by a particular substance or source, especially milk. To stop someone or something from being fed or supported by a particular substance or source, especially milk.

Example

"The mother started weaning her baby from breast milk at six months."

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

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