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Etymology of the English word lactation

the English word lactation
derived from the Latin word lactatio (enticement, inducement; allure)
derived from the Latin word lactare (to suckle; entice, lead on, induce)
derived from the Latin word lac (milk; milky juice of plants; spat)
derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *melg-
derived from the Latin word lactus

Usage

Word found in Modern English



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