lying-in

[ lahy-ing-in ]

noun

, plural lyings-in, lying-ins.

1. the state of being in childbed; confinement.

adjective

1. pertaining to or providing facilities for childbirth:

   a lying-in hospital.

lying-in

noun

1. 1. confinement in childbirth
   2. ( as modifier )

      a lying-in hospital

Word History and Origins

Origin of lying-in¹

First recorded in 1400–50, lying-in is from late Middle English lyynge in. See lie ², -ing ¹, in

Example Sentences

A few days however will determine that question, and I still proceed with perfect composure to prepare for my lying-in.

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My lying-in and winter are coming on, so we are wound up in an inextricable dilemma.

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The first common and usual accident that troubles women in their lying-in is after-pains.

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Give a lying-in woman, immediately after delivery, oil of sweet almonds and syrup of maiden-hair mixed together.

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After the first week, the diet of the lying-in woman should always be nutritious, though plain and simple.

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