Miscarriage: meaning, definitions and examples
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miscarriage
[ ˈmɪsˌkær.ɪdʒ ]
medical procedure
The spontaneous or induced expulsion of a fetus before it is able to survive independently, typically occurring before the 20th week of gestation.
Synonyms
pregnancy loss, spontaneous abortion.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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miscarriage |
Casual or general conversations where the loss of a pregnancy is discussed. It is commonly used and understood by most people.
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spontaneous abortion |
Medical or clinical settings where precise terminology is required. It can sound very technical and may not be emotionally considerate.
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pregnancy loss |
Sensitive or formal discussions, especially when you want to emphasize compassion and support. It is less medical in tone and more emotionally considerate.
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Examples of usage
- A miscarriage can be a traumatic experience for a woman.
- She was devastated by the news of her miscarriage.
general
A failure, error, or mistake, typically resulting in the loss or destruction of something valuable.
Synonyms
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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miscarriage |
This word is typically used in medical contexts to describe the loss of a pregnancy.
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failure |
This word is used when something does not succeed or does not happen as intended. It can be used in a wide range of scenarios such as completing tasks, business ventures, or life goals.
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mistake |
This word is used when someone does something wrong unintentionally. It is often less formal and can be used in everyday situations.
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error |
Use this when referring to an incorrect action, decision, or calculation. It is often used in technical, academic, or professional settings.
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Examples of usage
- The team's loss was a miscarriage of justice.
- The decision to cancel the project was seen as a miscarriage of opportunity.
Translations
Translations of the word "miscarriage" in other languages:
🇵🇹 aborto espontâneo
🇮🇳 गर्भपात
🇩🇪 Fehlgeburt
🇮🇩 keguguran
🇺🇦 викидень
🇵🇱 poronienie
🇯🇵 流産 (りゅうざん)
🇫🇷 fausse couche
🇪🇸 aborto espontáneo
🇹🇷 düşük
🇰🇷 유산 (yusan)
🇸🇦 إجهاض
🇨🇿 potrat
🇸🇰 potrat
🇨🇳 流产 (liúchǎn)
🇸🇮 spontani splav
🇮🇸 fósturlát
🇰🇿 түсік
🇬🇪 მუცლის მოშლა
🇦🇿 düşük
🇲🇽 aborto espontáneo
Etymology
The word 'miscarriage' originated in the late Middle English period, with the prefix 'mis-' indicating bad or wrong, and 'carriage' referring to carrying or bearing. Initially used in the sense of 'bad conduct or management,' the term evolved to its current medical and general meanings over time.
See also: undercarriage.