pacifier

[ pas-uh-fahy-er ]

noun

1. a person or thing that pacifies.
2. a rubber or plastic device, often shaped into a nipple, for a baby to suck or bite on.

pacifier

/ ˈpæsɪˌfaɪə /

noun

1. a person or thing that pacifies
2. a baby's dummy or teething ring

Word History and Origins

Origin of pacifier¹

First recorded in 1525–35; pacify + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Being human pacifiers for the volatile defendant is swiftly becoming a major Republican priority.

From Salon

A modified pacifier and AI algorithms to analyze the data it produces could determine if newborns are learning the proper mechanics of nursing, a recent study shows.

From Science Daily

As a counterpoint, Tiny alleged in the footage that that’s where King was allowed to use a pacifier until he was 12.

From Los Angeles Times

Five minutes later Mrs. B returned, Sabrina cradled in her arm, sucking on a pacifier.

From Literature

Essex Police said pacifiers were taken from babies in Harlow on four occasions between 10 February and 7 August.

From BBC

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