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Mammary

Verb / ˈmæmɜ:i: / Another word for mammary — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to or denoting the milk-producing glands of a female mammal.

Synonyms & similar words

breast milk-secreting lacteal mammalian milk-producing milk-filled galactic lactiferous mammiferous milk-giving mammary-gland milk-yielding milk-bearing milk-fed milk-laden milk-rich milk-sustaining milk-tormented milked udderly

Example sentences

  1. The mammary glands are responsible for producing milk in mammals.
  2. Cows have four mammary glands.
  3. Human females have mammary glands that develop during puberty.
  4. The mammary gland is a distinguishing characteristic of mammals.
  5. The mammary gland is an important organ for the survival of newborn mammals.

Quotes

  • The mammary gland is the hallmark of mammals.
  • Without mammary glands, mammals would not exist.
  • Mammary glands are vital for the survival of mammal offspring.

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