Mammary
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmæməɹi/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Mammary is an adjective meaning (biology) Of or relating to the mamma or breast (of a woman or a female animal).
Meaning
(biology) Of or relating to the mamma or breast (of a woman or a female animal).
More Meanings
- Synonym of mamma (“a milk-secreting organ of a woman or a female animal”).
Example Sentences
mammary arteries and veins
It has been reported that periparturient cows undergo a period of immunosuppression of various immunological parameters associated with a high susceptibility to uterine and mammary infections […]
Word Forms
- mammaries
Synonyms for mammary
Depending on context, synonyms include mamma.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include breast, surgery, plastic, mamma, mammilla, nipple.
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