Lactate Meaning in English
word
释义
To produce milk from the breasts, usually after giving birth. 'Lactate' is most commonly used for humans or mammals in general.
用法与细微差别
Formal, technical, or medical term. Not used for breastfeeding directly (that's 'breastfeed'). You can say 'lactating woman' or 'the cow is lactating'. Not usually used for men except in rare medical cases.
例句
After giving birth, most mammals naturally lactate.
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Only female cows lactate to provide milk for their calves.
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Doctors monitor if a new mother can lactate properly.
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Some women worry they can’t lactate enough for their babies, but usually it's not a problem.
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It’s amazing how the body knows when to start and stop lactating.
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Farmers check if the goats are lactating before collecting milk.
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