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wetnurse

/ˈwet.nɜːs/

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noun

/ˈwet.nɜːs/C1formal
  • ruЖенщина, нанятая для кормления грудью и ухода за чужим ребёнком.

A woman employed to breastfeed and care for another's child.

  1. Hired caregiver for breastfeedingC1formal

    A woman employed to breastfeed and care for another woman's child.

    ruКормилица

    • In the 18th century, wealthy families often hired a wetnurse for their infants.
    • The wetnurse was responsible for feeding the baby several times a day.
    • Historical records show that wetnurses were common in many cultures.

    Synonymsnursewet nurse

Forms
  • wetnurses plural form
  • wetnurses' possessive plural form
  • wetnurse's possessive singular form