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multiple birth

British  

noun

  1. a birth at which two or more children are born at the same time

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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You can really learn about the neighborhood’s character through its discards—I’ve seen multiple birth tubs posted for free.

From Slate ● Jan. 11, 2025

The dog, who had multiple birth defects, was found in the center of Pembroke, Wales, in September.

From Seattle Times ● Jan. 20, 2024

Due to many years of campaigning by Twins Trust it's now very rare that multiple birth siblings are offered places in different schools.

From BBC ● Mar. 25, 2023

He has multiple birth defects and a chronic condition that required him to stay more vigilant than most, spending nearly all of his time at home in the past year to avoid the virus.

From Washington Post ● May 13, 2021

I have received Social Security Disability Insurance since its inception, as a result of multiple birth defects causing me to not be able to remain employed.

From New York Times ● Jul. 26, 2010

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