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Caesarean: meaning, definitions and examples

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caesarean

 

[ siːˈzɛəriən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical procedure

A caesarean, or caesarean section, is a surgical procedure used to deliver a baby through incisions in the mother's abdomen and uterus. This method might be necessary if there are complications during pregnancy or labor that make vaginal delivery risky.

Synonyms

C-section, surgical delivery

Examples of usage

  • The doctor decided on a caesarean due to fetal distress.
  • She had a planned caesarean for the delivery.
  • The caesarean was performed quickly to ensure the baby's safety.

Translations

Translations of the word "caesarean" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cesárea

🇮🇳 सिजेरियन

🇩🇪 Kaiserschnitt

🇮🇩 persalinan caesar

🇺🇦 кесарів розтин

🇵🇱 cesarskie cięcie

🇯🇵 帝王切開

🇫🇷 césarienne

🇪🇸 cesárea

🇹🇷 sezaryen

🇰🇷 제왕절개

🇸🇦 عملية قيصرية

🇨🇿 císařský řez

🇸🇰 cisársky rez

🇨🇳 剖腹产

🇸🇮 carski rez

🇮🇸 keisarskur

🇰🇿 кесарлық бөлім

🇬🇪 კეისარიული გაწვდილი

🇦🇿 keçirici kəsik

🇲🇽 cesárea

Word origin

The term 'caesarean' is derived from the Latin word 'caesus', which means 'cut'. The association of the term with childbirth stems from the ancient practice of delivering babies through surgical means. Historically, it was believed that Julius Caesar was born via this method, although this claim is largely anecdotal and debated among historians. The procedure's prominence grew in the 19th and 20th centuries with advancements in surgical techniques and anesthesia, making it safer for both mothers and infants. Today, a caesarean section is a common practice in obstetrics, utilized for various medical reasons to promote the health of both mother and child.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,902 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.