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lying-in
[ lahy-ing-in ]
/ ˈlaɪ ɪŋˈɪn /
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noun, plural lyings-in, lying-ins.
the state of being in childbed; confinement.
adjective
pertaining to or providing facilities for childbirth: a lying-in hospital.
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British Dictionary definitions for lying-in
lying-in
noun plural lyings-in
- confinement in childbirth
- (as modifier)a lying-in hospital
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