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Definition of Weaning
1. Noun. The act of substituting other food for the mother's milk in the diet of a child or young mammal.
Exact synonyms: Ablactation
Generic synonyms: Commutation, Exchange, Substitution
Derivative terms: Wean
Generic synonyms: Commutation, Exchange, Substitution
Derivative terms: Wean
Definition of Weaning
1. Noun. The (passive) process of a child or animal ceasing to be dependant on the mother for nourishment. ¹
2. Verb. (present participle of wean) ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Weaning
1. wean [v] - See also: wean
Medical Definition of Weaning
1. Permanent deprivation of breast milk and commencement of nourishment with other food. (12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Weaning
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