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词汇 parturition
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Definition of parturition in English:

parturition

noun ˌpɑːtjʊˈrɪʃ(ə)nˌpɑrtʃʊˈrɪʃ(ə)n
mass nountechnical, formal
  • The action of giving birth to young; childbirth.

    〈正式或技〉生产,分娩

    the weeks following parturition

    分娩后的数周。

    Example sentencesExamples
    • Sex differences in size and form of the pelvis are related to its function in parturition although variation in size and form are not always gender specific.
    • Cows that calve in hot summer months may experience a longer period from parturition to subsequent pregnancy.
    • Pregnancy gingivitis tends to resolve on parturition.
    • Although the end of puberty and the beginning of adulthood are not clearly demarcated, first conception, pregnancy, or parturition are frequently used markers.
    • It should however be used with caution during pregnancy, parturition and menstruation.
    Synonyms
    childbirth, giving birth, birth, birthing, delivery, labour
    archaic confinement, childbed, accouchement, travail

Origin

Mid 17th century: from late Latin parturitio(n-), from parturire 'be in labour' (see parturient).

Definition of parturition in US English:

parturition

nounˌpɑrtʃʊˈrɪʃ(ə)nˌpärCHo͝oˈriSH(ə)n
formal, technical
  • The action of giving birth to young; childbirth.

    〈正式或技〉生产,分娩

    the weeks following parturition

    分娩后的数周。

    Example sentencesExamples
    • Although the end of puberty and the beginning of adulthood are not clearly demarcated, first conception, pregnancy, or parturition are frequently used markers.
    • It should however be used with caution during pregnancy, parturition and menstruation.
    • Pregnancy gingivitis tends to resolve on parturition.
    • Cows that calve in hot summer months may experience a longer period from parturition to subsequent pregnancy.
    • Sex differences in size and form of the pelvis are related to its function in parturition although variation in size and form are not always gender specific.
    Synonyms
    childbirth, giving birth, birth, birthing, delivery, labour

Origin

Mid 17th century: from late Latin parturitio(n-), from parturire ‘be in labor’ (see parturient).

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