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birth

1 of 2noun
/bɝθ/
Forms:births
1

the event or process of a baby being born

B1

Birth is the process of a baby being born and entering the world from the mother's womb. It signals the beginning of a person's life outside the mother’s body. Birth can occur through vaginal delivery or a cesarean section, also known as a C-section, and it typically involves labor, where the mother’s body works to bring the baby out.

  • The birth of their first child brought immense joy to the whole family.
  • The midwife stayed by her side throughout the entire birth process.
  • They celebrated the baby's birth with a small gathering of close friends and family.
  • The hospital recorded the exact time and weight of the birth.
  • Witnessing the birth of a new life was a profoundly moving experience for everyone present.
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2

the time when something begins (especially life)

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3

the process of giving birth

4

a baby born; an offspring

5

the kinship relation of an offspring to the parents

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