Suck

usgb/sʌk/
verb

To draw a substance into the mouth by using the muscles of the mouth.

The baby sucked milk from his bottle.
Visual representation of "suck" - To draw a substance into the mouth by using the muscles of the mouth

Often appears as...

  • suck up
  • suck in
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Visual representation of "suck"
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Literal Action

Used literally when physically drawing something into the mouth.

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She sucked water through a straw.
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Not Always Liquid

While often used for liquids, it can refer to solids too.

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The child sucked a piece of candy.
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Neutral Tone

This use carries no positive or negative connotation by itself.

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Newborn animals suckle to feed.
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