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pregnancy

/ˈprɛɡnənsi/ noun · British & US
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What does pregnancy mean?

noun

The state of being pregnant, typically from conception until birth. A period of gestation during which a woman carries a developing fetus.

Example

"The expecting mother's pregnancy was a joyful time for the whole family."

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