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Meaning of thelarche | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

/θiˈlɑɹ.ki/

Definitions

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.
uncountable
The process of breast development or the period of such development.
uncountable

Equivalents

Français thélarche

CEFR level

B2

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

See also

thelastomatid thelaziasis thelaziid Thelbert Thelbridge Thelema