teat

Example Sentences

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That suggests mechanical transfer during milking, when a separate cup is put on each teat.

From Science Magazine • Apr. 25, 2024

One day this past October, Ms. Stefanik stood in front of a dozen gigantic bins of bovine teat cleanser, decrying the war on chocolate milk to a nodding crowd of farmers.

From New York Times • Dec. 31, 2022

To give up the Queen’s contribution without also giving up that of the Prince, commentators noted, hardly amounts to weaning oneself from the royal teat altogether.

From The New Yorker • Jan. 10, 2020

When not competing for a teat, they can often be seen in a "cuddle puddle" formation - nestled close to each other and their mother for comfort and warmth.

From BBC • Dec. 23, 2018

He pulls on a teat and squirts milk into his mouth.

From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt