noun a young mammal that is still feeding on its mother's milk
adjective relating to or characteristic of a suckling
In culinary arts, 'suckling' can refer to a young animal that is still nursing and is commonly used to describe a type of meat, such as suckling pig.
In zoology, 'suckling' is used to describe the period during which young mammals feed on their mother's milk.
In pediatrics, 'suckling' can refer to the act of an infant breastfeeding.
In the field of animal husbandry, 'suckling' refers to the act of a young animal feeding on its mother's milk.
In literature, the term 'suckling' may be used to describe the act of a baby or young animal nursing from its mother.
Veterinarians may use the term 'suckling' when discussing the nursing behavior of young animals and the importance of proper nutrition during this stage of development.
Pediatricians may use the term 'suckling' when discussing breastfeeding and the benefits of breast milk for infants.