Pronunciation: /ɡɪv bɜrθ/
noun the act of bringing forth a baby or young
A1 She will give birth to a baby in the hospital.
A2 The pregnant cat is expected to give birth soon.
B1 The documentary highlighted the struggles women face when giving birth in developing countries.
B2 The actress decided to take a break from her career to give birth to her first child.
C1 The medical team successfully assisted the woman in giving birth through a complicated delivery.
C2 The mother's decision to give birth at home was met with mixed reactions from her family and friends.
verb to bring forth a baby or young
A1 She will give birth to a baby next month.
A2 The cat gave birth to a litter of kittens yesterday.
B1 The hospital provides classes for expectant mothers on how to give birth.
B2 The documentary showed the process of a dolphin giving birth underwater.
C1 The scientist studied the various factors that can affect a woman's ability to give birth naturally.
C2 The midwife assisted the mother in giving birth at home in a calm and peaceful environment.
formal The doctor will be assisting the mother to give birth in the hospital.
informal She's due to give birth any day now, so she's getting excited.
slang I heard she's about to pop and give birth soon.
figurative The new business idea is about to give birth to a whole new industry.
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