obstetric
of or relating to the care and treatment of women in childbirth and during the period before and after delivery.
of or relating to childbirth or obstetrics. Abbreviations: OB, ob
Origin of obstetric
1- Also ob·stet·ri·cal [uhb-ste-tri-kuhl] /əbˈstɛ trɪ kəl/ .
Other words from obstetric
- ob·stet·ri·cal·ly, adverb
- non·ob·stet·ric, adjective
- non·ob·stet·ri·cal, adjective
- non·ob·stet·ri·cal·ly, adverb
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How to use obstetric in a sentence
The most delicate and beautiful obstetrical instruments were invented by Madame Boivin.
The College, the Market, and the Court | Caroline H. DallJust then, even Doctor Smyth of the neighborhood practice and obstetrical habits seemed a miracle-worker.
The Job | Sinclair LewisIn reply, he asked me to visit a house which had been made over into an obstetrical hospital for Belgian nuns.
Golden Lads | Arthur Gleason and Helen Hayes GleasonMuch speculation with Bea: Had the obstetrical case taken longer than he had expected?
Main Street | Sinclair LewisMrs. Stiver is busy with an obstetrical case, and that town nurse of yours is off on vacation, ain't she?
Main Street | Sinclair Lewis
British Dictionary definitions for obstetric
obstetrical
/ (ɒbˈstɛtrɪk) /
of or relating to childbirth or obstetrics
Origin of obstetric
1Derived forms of obstetric
- obstetrically, adverb
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