parturient

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Adjective parturient has 2 senses

parturient - of or relating to or giving birth; "parturient pangs"; "the parturient uterus"
parturient, in labor - giving birth; "a parturient heifer"
Antonym: dying (indirect, via aborning)

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Parturient

Definition:

adj. - Currently giving birth; about to give birth; in labor.

adj. - Relating to childbirth or the process of giving birth.

n. - A woman who is in labor or has recently given birth.

Senses:

Adjective sense 1: Currently giving birth or about to give birth.
Adjective sense 2: Relating to childbirth or the process of giving birth.
Noun sense 1: A woman who is in labor or has recently given birth.

Usage:

1. The parturient cat paced nervously back and forth, preparing to deliver her kittens.

2. The midwife offered guidance and support throughout the parturient woman's labor.

3. The hospital provided a special ward for parturients to recover after giving birth.

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