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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

maternity

/ˌmætəˈnɪti/ noun · British & US
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What does maternity mean?

noun

The quality or state of being a mother; the period of time when a woman is pregnant or has recently given birth.

Example

"The hospital provided a maternity ward for new mothers."

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