give suck

/gɪv sək/
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Other forms: gave suck; giving suck; given suck; gives suck

Definitions of give suck
  1. verb
    give suck to
    synonyms: breastfeed, lactate, nurse, suck, suckle, wet-nurse
    suck
    draw into the mouth by creating a practical vacuum in the mouth
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    type of:
    feed, give
    give food to
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