lactation
noun [ U ] biology specialized uk/lækˈteɪ.ʃən/ us/lækˈteɪ.ʃən/
泌乳
the process in which a woman or female animal produces milk
The breasts contain a number of specialized cell types that work together to allow lactation. 乳房含有一些特殊的细胞类型，共同作用产生乳汁。
Eating too little shortens the lactation period. 进食太少会缩短泌乳期。
See: lactate
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- Lactation is known to help prevent ovulation.
- The hormone sustains lactation by stimulating cows' appetites so they eat more.
- You shouldn't cut calories before your baby is 6 weeks old, when lactation is well established.