verb
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To breastfeed: to feed (a baby) at the breast; to suckle.
example
She believes that nursing her baby will make him strong and healthy.
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To breastfeed: to be fed at the breast.
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To care for (someone), especially in sickness; to tend to.
example
She nursed him back to health.
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To treat kindly and with extra care
example
She nursed the rosebush and that season it bloomed.
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To manage with care and economy
synonyms
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To drink slowly
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To foster, to nourish
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To hold closely to one's chest
example
Would you like to nurse the puppy?
definition
To strike (billiard balls) gently, so as to keep them in good position during a series of shots.