| suckling reflex | The reflex liberation of prolactin from the anterior lobe of the hypophysis evoked by stimulation of nerves in the nipple during the act of suckling by the newborn animal. (05 Mar 2000) |
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| animals, suckling | Young, unweaned mammals. Refers to nursing animals whether nourished by their biological mother, foster mother, or bottle fed. (12 Dec 1998) |
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