colostral

/kɒlɒˈstrɔːl/

Definitions

1. noun

A substance produced by the mammary glands of female mammals, especially during the first few days after birth, which helps the newborn to adapt to life outside the womb.

“The colostral fluid was collected from the cow and used to help the newborn calf.”

2. adjective

Relating to or derived from colostrum.

“The colostral antibodies helped protect the newborn from certain diseases.”

Synonyms

  • colostral fluid
  • colostrum

Antonyms

  • colostral fluid is not typically antonymous, but 'colostral-free' could be seen as an antonym for the adjective form
  • colostral-free