Break off gradually Crossword Clue

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Break off gradually Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. gradually deprive (infants and young mammals) of mother’s milk
2. detach the affections of

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

GRADUALLY (adverb)
1. in a gradual manner
BREAK (noun)
1. (tennis) a score consisting of winning a game when your opponent was serving
2. breaking of hard tissue such as bone
BREAK (verb)
1. enter someone’s (virtual or real) property in an unauthorized manner, usually with the intent to steal or commit a violent act
2. be released or become known; of news

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