Parturition

usgb/ˌpɑːrtʃəˈrɪʃn/
noun

The action of giving birth to young; childbirth.

The patient experienced severe pain during parturition.
Visual representation of "parturition" - the action of giving birth to young; childbirth

Often appears as...

  • induced parturition
  • pain in parturition

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Medical Term

Used mainly by healthcare professionals, not in casual conversations.

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The doctor discussed the stages of parturition with the expectant mother.
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Formal Context

Appropriate for scientific texts and formal discussions about childbirth.

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She wrote her thesis on methods of pain relief during parturition.
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Context-Specific

It often appears in texts discussing the biological or clinical aspects of birthing.

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Veterinarians monitor parturition in livestock closely to manage any complications.
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