colostrum

(kə lästrəm)

noun

the first fluid, rich in protein, secreted by the mother's mammary glands for several days just after birth of the young

Origin: L, beestings

See colostrum in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
The thin yellowish fluid secreted by the mammary glands at the time of parturition that is rich in antibodies and minerals, and precedes the production of true milk. Also called foremilk.

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Origin: Latin

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Related Forms:

  • co·losˈtral (-trəl) adjective

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