giving birth
"Giving birth" refers to the process of delivering a baby or offspring from the womb to the outside world.
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Definition
B2Human Medicine
(general)The process by which a woman delivers a baby from her body, either through vaginal delivery or cesarean section.
Example
- She experienced intense contractions while giving birth.
- The doctor decided a cesarean section was necessary for giving birth.
B2Animal Biology
(general)The act of a female animal delivering offspring from her body.
Example
- The cat was giving birth to a litter of kittens.
- In the wild, animals often seek a safe place for giving birth.
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