suckling

¹ American  

[suhk-ling] / ˈsʌk lɪŋ /

noun

1. an infant or a young animal that is not yet weaned.

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Suckling ² American  

[suhk-ling] / ˈsʌk lɪŋ /

noun

1. Sir John, 1609–42, English poet.

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suckling ¹ British  

/ ˈsʌklɪŋ /

noun

1. an infant or young animal that is still taking milk from the mother

2. a very young child

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Suckling ² British  

/ ˈsʌklɪŋ /

noun

1. Sir John. 1609–42, English Cavalier poet and dramatist

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Etymology

Origin of suckling

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; suck, -ling ¹

Example Sentences

He was found after tumbling from a trailer packed with piglets bound to become suckling pigs.

From Seattle Times

Using these two behaviors, kittens are asking their moms, also known as queens, to remain still so they can continue suckling.

From Salon

“We sometimes pair a suckling lamb with this wine; its acidity rinses out a milky fat that has not yet experienced the greenness of the grass,” he wrote.

From New York Times

The caging of poultry and the practice of restricting the movement of pregnant and suckling pigs will also be examined.

From BBC

An institution long known for the technical proficiency of dishes featuring suckling pig, sea urchin and lavender glazed duck will reopen with a menu free of meat and seafood.

From New York Times