Definition

Related to the first milk produced by mammals after giving birth, which is rich in nutrients and antibodies.

Example

The veterinarian explained the importance of colostral nutrition for newborn calves.

Conversation

Did you know that colostral milk is super beneficial for newborns?

Yeah, I read that it's packed with antibodies and nutrients.

Exactly! It helps build their immune system right from the start.

That's amazing! I wish more people knew how important it is.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Colostral is derived from "colostrum" (from Latin *colostrum*, meaning the first milk produced by mammals after giving birth) and the suffix "-al" (meaning pertaining to). The word "colostral" refers to something that is related to or characteristic of colostrum, the initial milk rich in antibodies.

Memory Tip

Think of 'colostrum' as the first milk that is very important for newborns, and the '-al' just means it relates to that milk. So, colostral means pertaining to that vital first milk.

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