Definition

A young mammal that feeds on its mother's milk, especially one that has not yet been weaned.

Example

The farmer watched as the suckler calf followed its mother around the field.

Conversation

Did you see that suckler at the farm last weekend?

Yeah, it was adorable! I love watching them with their mothers.

Right? It’s amazing how attached a suckler is to its mom.

Absolutely! They really rely on them for everything.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Suckler → The word is formed from "suck" (from Old English "sūcan", meaning to draw in or suck) and "-ler" (a suffix indicating a person who performs an action). A suckler is a person or animal that suckles, typically referring to a mother feeding her young by drawing milk.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'draws in' ('suck') nourishment for their young — that's what a suckler does.

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