birthing

[ bur-thing ]
/ ˈbɜr θɪŋ /
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noun

an act or instance of giving birth, especially by natural childbirth.

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Origin of birthing

First recorded in 1925–30; birth + -ing1

Words nearby birthing

birthday suit, birth defect, birther, birth family, birth father, birthing, birthing ball, birthing center, birthing centre, birthing chair, birthing pool
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Words related to birthing

delivery, bearing, childbirth, accouchement, childbearing, lying-in, labor, parturition

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Medical definitions for birthing

birthing
[ bûr′thĭng ]

adj.

Having to do with or used during birth.

n.

The act of giving birth.
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