mammary

American

[mam-uh-ree] / ˈmæm ə ri /

adjective

Anatomy, Zoology.

of or relating to the mamma or breast.

mammary British

/ ˈmæmərɪ /

adjective

of, relating to, or like a mamma or breast

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Other Word Forms

intermammary adjective
postmammary adjective
submammary adjective

Etymology

Origin of mammary

First recorded in 1675–85; mamm(a) ² + -ary

Example Sentences

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Another major gene, PIK3CA, was present in 47 per cent of feline mammary tumors.

From Science Daily • Mar. 18, 2026

The EU has already defined dairy items as products coming from the "normal mammary secretion".

From BBC • Oct. 8, 2025

These babies even share the mighty boob: breaking a "rule" of mammal biology, naked mole rats do not have just around half as many babies as they have mammary glands.

From Salon • May 11, 2025

“The reason is because Holsteins produce more milk. So they have more volume for the virus to enjoy,” she said, noting research showing the virus’ affinity for mammary tissue.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 20, 2024

Now, this pouch contains the mammary glands; but the young, being too feeble to exercise the requisite suction, the pyramidal muscles come to their assistance.

From Artistic Anatomy of Animals by Cuyer, ?douard

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