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Definition latch in American English

latch noun

[countable] noun
/lætʃ/
1

an object for keeping a door, gate, etc. fastened shut, consisting of a metal bar that fits into a hole or slot

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2

how the baby fastens onto the breast while breastfeeding

Example

New mothers can face a lot of issues like poor latch, low milk supply, an over-demanding baby, and breast infections.

Definition latch in American English