Synonyms

Caesarean section

British

noun

surgical incision through the abdominal and uterine walls in order to deliver a baby

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Etymology

Origin of Caesarean section

C17: from the belief that Julius Caesar was so delivered, the name allegedly being derived from caesus, past participle of caedere to cut

Example Sentences

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The judge also found that she knew the baby would be born alive through Caesarean section.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

Amie said she soon felt unwell after the Caesarean section, feeling faint with low blood pressure.

From BBC • Sep. 27, 2025

It also showed earlier delivery reduced the need for emergency Caesarean section and did not increase the risk of tearing.

From BBC • May 7, 2025

Baby Amy was born by Caesarean section at Queen Charlotte's hospital in west London on 27 February.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2025

Eighteen months later his sister was born, and five and a half years after the birth of his sister, his brother was born by Caesarean section, both in that same hospital.

From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok

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