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maternity
nounfemininegeneral usevery common/mɐtɨɾniˈðaðɨ/ma·ter·ni·da·de
Definitions
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The state or experience of being a mother; the period during pregnancy and shortly after childbirth.
Usage examples
“She is on maternity leave from work.”
“The joys of maternity are profound.”
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Common combinations
maternity leavematernity clothesmaternity wardmaternity benefits
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A hospital specializing in childbirth and the care of newborn babies.
Usage examples
“She gave birth at the local maternity hospital.”
“The maternity hospital has a neonatal intensive care unit.”