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/brɛst/
Meaning & Definition
noun
Either of the two mammary glands in humans and other mammals that produce milk.
She nursed her baby at her breast.
The front part of a person's body between the neck and the abdomen.
His heart raced as he placed his hand over his breast.
The corresponding part of the body in male animals, especially in birds.
The bird puffed out its breast to attract a mate.
The chest of a human being.
He took a deep breath, filling his lungs and expanding his breast.
The seat of emotion or sentiment; the inner self.
She felt an ache in her breast when she heard the sad news.
verb
To press or push against someone's or something's chest.
He breast the waves as he swam to the shore.
Etymology
Middle English brest, from Old English brǣost; related to Dutch borst, German Brust.
Common Phrases and Expressions
breast of the moment
A significant or critical time.
breastfeed
To feed an infant from the breast.
breast cancer
A disease where malignant cells form in breast tissue.
Related Words
mammary
Related to the mammary glands that produce milk.
pectorals
Muscles located in the chest area.
Slang Meanings
The term 'boobs' is informally used to refer to breasts.
He couldn't stop staring at her boobs.
The word 'jugs' is another slang term for breasts.
He made jokes about her jugs during the conversation.