Definition of wean

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  • wean is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 7
  • wean is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 7
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Definition of wean

  • gradually deprive (infants and young mammals) of mother's milk (verb)

    Examples

    1. she weaned her baby when he was 3 months old and started him on powdered milk
    2. The kitten was weaned and fed by its owner with a bottle

    Synonyms

    1. ablactate
  • detach the affections of (verb)

See definition of wean in Merriam Webster