Pronunciation: /ˈpæsəˌfaɪər/

Definitions of pacifier

noun a rubber or plastic object that a baby sucks or chews on to help them relax or fall asleep

Example Sentences

A1 The baby was crying until they gave him his pacifier.

A2 She always carries a pacifier in her bag in case the baby gets fussy.

B1 Parents often use pacifiers to soothe their infants and help them sleep.

B2 Some experts recommend limiting the use of pacifiers to prevent dental issues.

C1 The pacifier industry has seen advancements in design and materials over the years.

C2 Research has shown mixed results on the long-term effects of pacifier use on children's development.

Examples of pacifier in a Sentence

formal The pediatrician recommended using a pacifier to help soothe the baby.

informal Do you have a pacifier handy for the little one?

slang I always keep a binky in my bag for emergencies.

figurative Music has always been my pacifier during tough times.

Grammatical Forms of pacifier

past tense

pacified

plural

pacifiers

comparative

more pacifying

superlative

most pacifying

present tense

pacifies

future tense

will pacify

perfect tense

has pacified

continuous tense

is pacifying

singular

pacifier

positive degree

pacifying

infinitive

to pacify

gerund

pacifying

participle

pacified

Origin and Evolution of pacifier

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'pacifier' originated from the Latin word 'pacificare' which means 'to make peace'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to something that pacifies or soothes, the term 'pacifier' evolved to specifically refer to a rubber or plastic nipple given to babies to suck on for comfort.