pacifier
noun
pac·i·fi·er
ˈpa-sə-ˌfī(-ə)r 
1
: one that pacifies
2
: a usually nipple-shaped device for babies to suck or bite on
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Many turn to their devices when bored or stressed, much like an adult pacifier.
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Don't share items such as toothbrushes, pacifiers, utensils, washcloths, towels, and drinking cups.14
Wash your baby's toys and clothes often.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 3 Oct. 2024
Even the relatively low-stakes worries (What’s the best pacifier?
—Ashley Abramson, SELF, 2 Oct. 2024
This appliance has six different wash modes, including an option for washing baby items like bottles and pacifiers.
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This Air Fryer With a Touchscreen
Add a fresh touch of pink to your space with this air fryer that doesn’t just look good, but delivers performance too.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 20 Sep. 2024
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Discover Magazine, 7 Nov. 2024
Don't share items such as toothbrushes, pacifiers, utensils, washcloths, towels, and drinking cups.14
Wash your baby's toys and clothes often.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 3 Oct. 2024
Even the relatively low-stakes worries (What’s the best pacifier?
—Ashley Abramson, SELF, 2 Oct. 2024
This appliance has six different wash modes, including an option for washing baby items like bottles and pacifiers.
Find it on Amazon
This Air Fryer With a Touchscreen
Add a fresh touch of pink to your space with this air fryer that doesn’t just look good, but delivers performance too.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 20 Sep. 2024
See all Example Sentences for pacifier
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pacifier
noun
pac·i·fi·er
ˈpas-ə-ˌfī(-ə)r
1
: one that pacifies
2
: a usually nipple-shaped device for babies to suck or bite on
Medical Definition
pacifier
noun
pac·i·fi·er
ˈpas-ə-ˌfī(-ə)r
1
: a usually nipple-shaped device for babies to suck or bite on
2
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