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Meaning of thelarche | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
θiˈlɑɹ.ki

Definitions

  1. The first stage of postnatal breast development, usually occurring at the beginning of puberty in girls, in which a firm, tender lump develops under the centre of the nipple.
  2. The process of breast development or the period of such development.

Equivalents

Français thélarche

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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