binkie

Infant mouth comforter

A binkie is a baby's pacifier—the nipple-shaped device infants suck for comfort.

The term comes from a brand name but has become generic in American English: The baby won't sleep without her binkie.

Binkie can also refer to any comfort object a child clings to, like a favorite blanket or stuffed animal.

pacifier

nipple

Mammary projection

orthodontic · suckling · weaning · sterilize · soother · dummy · paci · mam · gumming · chew

comfort

blanket

Soft bed covering

teddy · plushie · softness · soothe · nuzzle · lovey · transitional · attachment · cozy · warmth

infant

crib

Small bed with rails

onesie · swaddle · teething · stroller · bib · rattle · newborn · highchair · playpen · booties

Opposites
soothing method

binkiestimulant

Alertness-boosting drug

bottle · baby bottle · noisemaker · nursing · alarm

developmental stage

binkiematurity

Full growth achieved

car keys · wallet · briefcase · self-soothing · coffee mug

Family

binky, binkies

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G