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stillborn

 

[ ˈstɪlˌbɔrn ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

medical condition

The term 'stillborn' refers to a baby that is born without any signs of life at or after 20 weeks of gestation. This condition is a tragic outcome of pregnancy and can occur due to various reasons, including genetic abnormalities, infections, or complications with the placenta. The loss of a stillborn child can have profound emotional impacts on the parents and family, often requiring sensitive care and support in the grieving process.

Synonyms

dead-born, lifeless, unborn

Examples of usage

  • The stillborn baby was a heartbreaking loss for the family.
  • Doctors monitored the pregnancy closely to prevent stillborn outcomes.
  • She was devastated by the news of her stillborn child.

Translations

Translations of the word "stillborn" in other languages:

🇵🇹 natimorto

🇮🇳 मृत जन्मा

🇩🇪 totgeboren

🇮🇩 lahir mati

🇺🇦 мертвонароджений

🇵🇱 martwy urodzony

🇯🇵 死産

🇫🇷 mort-né

🇪🇸 nacido muerto

🇹🇷 ölü doğmuş

🇰🇷 사산아

🇸🇦 مولود ميت

🇨🇿 mrtvě narozený

🇸🇰 mrtvo narodený

🇨🇳 死产

🇸🇮 mrtvo rojen

🇮🇸 dauður fæddur

🇰🇿 өлі туған

🇬🇪 გარდაცვლილი ნაყოფი

🇦🇿 ölü doğulmuş

🇲🇽 nacido muerto

Etymology

The word 'stillborn' is formed from the combination of 'still,' meaning 'motionless' or 'not alive,' and 'born,' which refers to the act of being brought into the world. The use of 'still' in this context has been traced back to Old English, where 'ystil' denoted the absence of movement or life. The term 'stillborn' has been used in the English language since the late 14th century, becoming more prominent in medical terminology as the understanding of childbirth and fetal development evolved. Its use reflects the somber reality of pregnancy outcomes and has been a part of discourse surrounding maternal health and child loss. Awareness and sensitivity to the term have grown over the years, highlighting the emotional implications for parents and the societal response to such tragedies.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,275, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.