Meaning & Definition of word "Breast"

Breast

/brɛst/

noun:

  • 1. Either of the two mammary glands in humans and other mammals that produce milk.
    • Example: She nursed her baby at her breast.
  • 2. The front part of a person's body between the neck and the abdomen.
    • Example: His heart raced as he placed his hand over his breast.
  • 3. The corresponding part of the body in male animals, especially in birds.
    • Example: The bird puffed out its breast to attract a mate.
  • 4. The chest of a human being.
    • Example: He took a deep breath, filling his lungs and expanding his breast.
  • 5. The seat of emotion or sentiment; the inner self.
    • Example: She felt an ache in her breast when she heard the sad news.

verb:

  • 1. To press or push against someone's or something's chest.
    • Example: 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 of breast

Meaning: The term 'boobs' is informally used to refer to breasts.

Example Sentence: He couldn't stop staring at her boobs.

Meaning: The word 'jugs' is another slang term for breasts.

Example Sentence: He made jokes about her jugs during the conversation.