Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
breast
noun
/brɛst/
Definition
The front part of a person’s body between the neck and the stomach, or the corresponding part in animals.
Examples
- The mother breastfed her baby for six months.
- He placed his hand over his breast to show respect.
- After the surgery, she had a recovery period to heal her breast.
Meaning
In humans, it typically refers to the organs that produce milk in females and are made up of glandular tissue and fat. In a broader sense, it can refer to the area of the body associated with nurturing and femininity.
Synonyms
- chest
- mammary gland
- bosom
