“Wean” or “Ween”

Overview

wean / ween are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

wean: (verb) gradually deprive (infants and young mammals) of mother's milk. (verb) detach the affections of.

ween: NA

Pronunciation

wean: w·IY·n

ween: NA

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Examples in Context

Examples of “wean”

…the aim being to gradually wean the industrial area economy off…

Examples of “ween”

…has also played drums for Ween and recorded drums with Tenacious…
…band has been compared to Ween, The Mothers of Invention, Pavement,…

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