accoucheuse
/ˌakuːˈʃəːz/Now chiefly archaic or historical
noun
A woman who assists in childbirth, especially one who is professionally trained; a (female) midwife.
Origin
Late 18th century; earliest use found in James Cavanah Murphy (1760–1814), architect and antiquary. From French accoucheuse (female) midwife, feminine form corresponding to accoucheur.
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