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to wean
01
to gradually reduce or stop a baby's dependency on breastfeeding or bottle-feeding, introducing them to other foods and drinks
Transitive: to wean a baby
02
to detach or separate someone's affections or dependence from a particular person, thing, or habit
Transitive: to wean oneself from sth | to wean sb from sth
wean
v
weaned
adj
weaned
adj
weaning
n
weaning
n
Example
Parents often choose a specific time to wean their babies from breastfeeding or bottle-feeding.
Pediatricians provide guidance on the best practices for weaning infants and introducing a variety of foods.
The decision to wean a child depends on individual circumstances, including the child's development and the family's needs.
She successfully weaned her friend from a harmful addiction by providing support and encouragement throughout the process.
By the time she realized the impact of her actions, he had already weaned himself from his emotional dependency on her.
