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pregnancy
[ preg-nuhn-see ]
pregnancy
/ ˈɛɡəԲɪ /
noun
- the state or condition of being pregnant
- the period from conception to childbirth
pregnancy
- The condition of carrying developing offspring within the body.
- The time period during which this condition exists; gestation.
Other 51Թ Forms
- Dz·n· adjective
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of pregnancy1
Example Sentences
The system uses a glucose sensor to calculate and deliver precise insulin dosages required before and during pregnancy and the diabetes team are able to monitor people's glucose levels remotely.
Later pregnancies have a higher risk of complications such as miscarriage, high blood pressure and chromosomal abnormalities such as Down syndrome.
However, HHS regulations issued in 2021 say participating clinics must offer pregnant women information about prenatal care and delivery, infant care, foster care, adoption, and pregnancy termination.
At the time of the couple's losses, the miscarriages were not officially recognised, because they occurred before 24 weeks of pregnancy.
It emphasises that only women can be pregnant, for example, and women have specific legal protection during pregnancy.
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