feeding

Definition

Feeding is the act of giving food to a person or animal. It can also refer to the process of supplying something regularly, such as a baby, animals, or even a machine with materials.

Usage & Nuances

Often used as a noun or gerund: 'baby feeding', 'feeding time', 'feeding tube'. In everyday English, it is common for babies and animals; for adults, 'eating' is usually more natural unless someone is giving them food. In technical contexts, it can describe supplying material into a machine.

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