Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sucking
verb
/ˈsʌk.ɪŋ/
Definition
The act of drawing in a substance through the mouth by creating a vacuum.
Examples
- The baby was sucking on its pacifier.
- She was sucking up the juice with a straw.
- He was sucking his thumb as a child.
Meaning
Sucking can refer to the action of pulling in liquid or air into the mouth, often associated with eating, drinking, or a reflex action in infants.
Synonyms
- drawing
- inhaling
- gulping
