Lactation (noun)

The process of producing milk in mammals, typically in females after giving birth.

Origin:

From the latin word lactare, which means "to milk" and lactation, which is the production of milk in mammals.

Examples:

1. The lactation period of a cow is typically 305 days.
2. Lactation is the process of milk production in mammals.
3. The lactation process is triggered by the hormone prolactin.
4. Lactation is essential for the survival of newborns.
5. The lactation consultant helped her with breastfeeding.