Definition of parturition in English:
parturition
noun ˌpɑːtjʊˈrɪʃ(ə)nˌpɑrtʃʊˈrɪʃ(ə)n
mass nountechnical, formal The action of giving birth to young; childbirth.
the weeks following parturition
Example sentencesExamples
- Sex differences in size and form of the pelvis are related to its function in parturition although variation in size and form are not always gender specific.
- Cows that calve in hot summer months may experience a longer period from parturition to subsequent pregnancy.
- Pregnancy gingivitis tends to resolve on parturition.
- Although the end of puberty and the beginning of adulthood are not clearly demarcated, first conception, pregnancy, or parturition are frequently used markers.
- It should however be used with caution during pregnancy, parturition and menstruation.
Synonyms
childbirth, giving birth, birth, birthing, delivery, labour
archaic confinement, childbed, accouchement, travail
Origin
Mid 17th century: from late Latin parturitio(n-), from parturire 'be in labour' (see parturient).
Definition of parturition in US English:
parturition
nounˌpɑrtʃʊˈrɪʃ(ə)nˌpärCHo͝oˈriSH(ə)n
formal, technical The action of giving birth to young; childbirth.
the weeks following parturition
Example sentencesExamples
- Although the end of puberty and the beginning of adulthood are not clearly demarcated, first conception, pregnancy, or parturition are frequently used markers.
- It should however be used with caution during pregnancy, parturition and menstruation.
- Pregnancy gingivitis tends to resolve on parturition.
- Cows that calve in hot summer months may experience a longer period from parturition to subsequent pregnancy.
- Sex differences in size and form of the pelvis are related to its function in parturition although variation in size and form are not always gender specific.
Synonyms
childbirth, giving birth, birth, birthing, delivery, labour
Origin
Mid 17th century: from late Latin parturitio(n-), from parturire ‘be in labor’ (see parturient).