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wean
verb
(wean)
gradually deprive (infants and young mammals) of mother's milk
Synonyms:
ablactate
,
Examples:
She weaned her baby when he was 3 months old and started him on powdered milk.
The kitten was weaned and fed by its owner with a bottle.
wean
verb
(wean)
detach the affections of
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wean
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