Nursing
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈnɝsɪŋ/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Nursing is an adjective meaning In the state of suckling young, lactating.
Meaning
In the state of suckling young, lactating.
More Meanings
- Referring to nurses.
- Suckling, such as breastfeeding.
- The process or profession of caring for patients as a nurse.
- present participle and gerund of nurse
Example Sentences
She went into nursing as a career.
The mother sat there nursing her baby.
The nursing staff worked overtime at the hospital.
The nursing bear wouldn't move far until her cubs were older.
Word Forms
- nursings
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include nanny, nursemaid, entertain, hold, suck, suckle.
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