parturient

adjective

Definition of parturientnext
as in prenatal

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  1. prenatal
  2. pregnant
  3. gravid
  4. expectant
  5. gestational
Adjective
  • Surrounding the young star is a disk of gas and dust known as a protoplanetary disk that serves as a prenatal envelope in which two planets, WISPIT 2b and WISPIT 2c, are forming.
    — Robert Lea, Space.com, 30 Sep. 2026
  • These changes may begin before birth due to genetic factors and prenatal complications and can be influenced by adverse childhood experiences and lifestyle factors.
    — Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of prenatal
Adjective
  • It is also recommended for all pregnant people between 32 and 36 weeks' gestation.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 8 Oct. 2026
  • The manufacturer warns they should not be used on high-risk populations such as children, pregnant women or disabled people.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of pregnant
Adjective
  • About a year after infection, a fully mature, gravid female worm migrates to the skin, usually in the lower extremities.
    — Mark Kortepeter, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
  • Paloski said the massasauga encountered could be a gravid female about to give birth.
    — Paul A. Smith, Journal Sentinel, 14 Aug. 2022
Definition of gravid
Adjective
  • The crowds outside a major fashion show often start to form a few hours in advance, with expectant fans hoping to spot their favorite celebrities.
    — José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 28 Sep. 2026
  • English also included a selfie of the expectant parents, who got engaged in December, with smiles on their faces.
    — Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of expectant
Adjective
  • Risks vary with gestational age, a patient's medical history, the procedure performed and the circumstances of the pregnancy.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 3 Oct. 2026
  • The procedure is banned in 13 states while others either have certain gestational limits or no limits, according to the organization.
    — Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of gestational
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“Parturient.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/parturient. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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