Synonyms for

Wean

Verb / wi:n / Another word for wean — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To gradually stop feeding a baby or young animal with its mother's milk and start giving it other food instead.

Synonyms & similar words

ablactate detoxify withdraw separate disengage remove unfasten unhook unlatch unstrap unclasp disconnect disentangle disjoin untangle unwind unravel loosen free liberate release

Example sentences

  1. It's time to wean the puppies off their mother's milk.
  2. I'm trying to wean myself off of soda.
  3. She's been weaning her baby for a few weeks now.
  4. It's important to wean a baby gradually.
  5. They had to wean the calf from its mother so it could be sold.

Quotes

  • “You can't wean a child unless he wants to be weaned.” - Catherine Pulsifer
  • “You cannot wean a child from his own natural curiosity.” - Arthur C. Clarke
  • “It's hard to wean a person from the addiction of popularity.” - M.F. Moonzajer

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