Definitions

1. noun

The front part of the chest, between the neck and the abdomen, consisting of a breastbone and two pectoral muscles.

“The patient was recovering from her mastectomy and had to take care of her breast.”

2. noun

The nipple and the surrounding area of a female’s chest, responsible for milk production during lactation.

“New mothers often experience sore breasts during the initial stages of breastfeeding.”

3. noun

A mass of tissue that has developed in the breast, often as a result of cancer or an infection.

“The doctor ordered a biopsy to determine whether the breast lump was malignant.”

4. verb

To push or thrust something forward, especially with force or violence.

“The bull breast its opponent during the wrestling match.”

5. verb

To produce or release milk from the mammary glands in the breasts.

“The mother breastfed her baby to help soothe its hunger.”