Pronunciation: /bɜrθ/
noun the emergence of a baby or other young from the body of its mother; the start of life as a physically separate being
A1 My sister gave birth to a baby boy last week.
A2 The birth of a new idea can lead to great innovations.
B1 The birth rate in this country has been steadily declining.
B2 The birth of the internet revolutionized communication.
C1 The artist's work explores themes of life, death, and rebirth.
C2 The birth of democracy in this nation was a long and arduous process.
verb to bring forth a baby or young from the body of its mother
A1 She will birth her first child next month.
A2 The cat birthed a litter of kittens in the barn.
B1 The doctor assisted the woman in birthing her baby safely.
B2 The midwife helped the mother through a natural birth.
C1 The documentary explores different cultural practices surrounding childbirth.
C2 The renowned obstetrician is known for revolutionizing birthing techniques.
formal The birth of a new era in technology has revolutionized the way we live.
informal My sister just announced the birth of her baby boy!
slang Dude, that concert was the birth of a new music scene.
figurative The birth of a new idea can lead to great innovations.
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