Newborn Care

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun the removal of the foreskin of a male or the prepuce of the clitoris in a female

  • The parents decided to have their son undergo circumcision for cultural reasons.
  • My cousin just had a circumcision and he said it wasn't as bad as he thought.
  • I heard getting cut is a common practice in some cultures.
  • The circumcision of the budget was necessary to allocate funds to more pressing needs.

noun a very young child or baby

  • The pediatrician specializes in caring for infant patients.
  • My friend just had a beautiful infant girl.
  • That infant is so cute, I can't even handle it!
  • The company is still in its infant stage, with much room for growth.