suckling

noun

suck·​ling ˈsə-kliŋ 

: a young unweaned animal

Examples of suckling in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Here, the menu runs from light ricotta ravioli brightened with lemon to a suckling pig dressed with achiote, sweet potatoes, and marjoram. — Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2026

As the name suggests, Phillips Avent’s silicone pacifiers help soothe babies’ suckling reflex and tame fussiness almost instantly. — Melissa Willets, Parents, 1 July 2026

Table service lunch ranges from lighter fare like swordfish ceviche to heartier options such as Ecuadorian Llapingacho potato croquettes, Galápagos carne colorada (marinated beef), or a whole roasted suckling pig. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026

My parents were known for their epic new year party, my mom making hundreds of dumplings by hand, often supplementing that with a whole suckling pig and endless bottles of baijiu, a powerful sorghum liquor. — Natasha Pickowicz, Vogue, 20 Feb. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English suklyng, from suken to suck

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing suckling

• suckling pig

Rhymes for suckling

• buckling
• chuckling
• duckling
• swashbuckling

Kids Definition

suckling

noun

suck·​ling ˈsək-liŋ 

: a young mammal still sucking milk from its mother

Biographical Definition

Suckling

biographical name

Suck·​ling ˈsə-kliŋ 

Sir John 1609–1642 English Cavalier poet