乳
reproduction; breast; milk; milky substance; young
Meanings
5 senses · 24 examplesverb
to reproduce; to breed
formalFormal and literary term for biological reproduction
This kind of bacteria reproduce through binary fission.
The animals on the grassland are reproducing and multiplying.
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This plant has a strong reproductive capacity.
The reproductive process of microorganisms is very fast.
This kind of insect is known for its rapid reproduction.
noun
breast; mammary gland
neutralRefers to the mammary gland area of humans and mammals
Mom's bra is made of pure cotton.
The mammary gland is an important secretory organ for women.
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Women who are breastfeeding need to replace their bras regularly.
The doctor examined the space between her breasts.
noun
milk; breast milk
neutralRefers to breast milk or cow's milk
Babies need to drink breast milk to grow healthily.
We need to feed dairy cows to get milk.
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Many parents choose to buy infant formula for their babies.
Milk and coffee blend perfectly together.
Breast milk is rich in nutrients.
noun
milky substance
neutralRefers to liquid or solid substances with a milky white appearance
This soy milk has a thick soy milk flavor.
This industrial latex has good viscosity.
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This skincare product contains plant-based milky ingredients.
A milky liquid extracted from ore.
This emulsion can be used as a food additive.
adjective
newborn; young; juvenile
neutralUsed to describe young animals or temporary teeth
The mother swallow brought back food to feed her chicks.
The piglets on the farm are just one month old.
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Children's baby teeth have not yet fully fallen out.
The young swallows cannot fly yet.
Piglets need to be fed immediately after birth.