Preemie
noun
A preemie is a baby that is born before the 37th week of pregnancy.
The hospital has a special unit for preemies.
Usage tips
Neutral
preemie baby, preemie care, preemie unit
noun
An informal term for a premature baby emphasizing their fragility.
The doctors monitored the preemie closely for any signs of distress.
Usage tips
Informal
preemie support, caring for preemies, health of preemies
noun
A preemie is a baby that is born before the 37th week of pregnancy.
The hospital has a special unit for preemies.
Usage tips
Neutral
preemie baby, preemie care, preemie unit
noun
An informal term for a premature baby emphasizing their fragility.
The doctors monitored the preemie closely for any signs of distress.
Usage tips
Informal
preemie support, caring for preemies, health of preemies
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Understanding
'Preemie' is often used in emotional contexts, as it refers to vulnerable newborns.
Many parents express deep concern when their child is a preemie.
Pro Tip 2/3Formal Context
In medical or formal reports, use 'premature infant' instead of 'preemie' for professionalism.
In academic articles, avoid informal slang.
Pro Tip 3/3Supportive Language
Using the term 'preemie' shows empathy and understanding towards families with premature babies.
Referring to a child as a 'preemie' can create a supportive community.
Pro Tip 1/3Understanding
'Preemie' is often used in emotional contexts, as it refers to vulnerable newborns.
Many parents express deep concern when their child is a preemie.
Pro Tip 2/3Formal Context
In medical or formal reports, use 'premature infant' instead of 'preemie' for professionalism.
In academic articles, avoid informal slang.
Pro Tip 3/3Supportive Language
Using the term 'preemie' shows empathy and understanding towards families with premature babies.
Referring to a child as a 'preemie' can create a supportive community.
Pro Tip 1/3Understanding
'Preemie' is often used in emotional contexts, as it refers to vulnerable newborns.
Many parents express deep concern when their child is a preemie.
Pro Tip 2/3Formal Context
In medical or formal reports, use 'premature infant' instead of 'preemie' for professionalism.
In academic articles, avoid informal slang.
Pro Tip 3/3Supportive Language
Using the term 'preemie' shows empathy and understanding towards families with premature babies.
Referring to a child as a 'preemie' can create a supportive community.
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