Word
breastfeeding
Phoneticsbreast·feed·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈbɹɛstfidɪŋ/
UK/bɹˈɛstfiːdɪŋ/
Definitions
01the general practice
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Medicine
n. the act of feeding a baby milk from a mother's breast.
n. the practice of nourishing an infant with human milk from the breast. Uncountable in this general sense.
“The doctor discussed the health benefits of breastfeeding for both the mother and the baby.”
“Public health initiatives often emphasize breastfeeding as a primary means of improving infant immunity and long-term developmental outcomes.”
Antonyms
02a single session
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun
n. one specific time when a baby is fed from the breast.
n. an individual instance or session of feeding an infant at the breast. Countable in this context.
“The baby fell asleep immediately after a long breastfeeding.”
“The midwife suggested keeping a log of each breastfeeding to ensure the newborn was receiving adequate nutrition throughout the day.”
Synonyms
Real-World Examples
“UNICEF says the incident destroyed more than $770,000 worth of its nutrition supplies, which were intended to support more than 45,000 children, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers.” “Durkin also says that data on ADHD medication and breastfeeding is limited, and recommends discussing the matter with your specialist.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
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- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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