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obstetrics
the branch of medicine covering pregnancy and childbirth
In more detail
1. (noun) the branch of medicine that deals with pregnancy, childbirth, and the care of women after delivery
2. (noun) the medical care and treatment provided during pregnancy and childbirth
Examples
- 1. She decided to specialize in obstetrics after working in the hospital maternity ward.
- 2. Modern obstetrics has made childbirth much safer for mothers and babies.
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