English · Body & Health
pregnancy
/ˈpreɡ.nən.si/
[/ˈpreɡ.nən.si/]
carrying a baby
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The condition of carrying a developing baby in the womb.
Example
She felt well throughout her pregnancy and gave birth to a healthy boy.
She felt well throughout her pregnancy and gave birth to a healthy boy.
Etymology
From Latin 'praegnans', meaning with child.
How & Where It’s Used
Typically lasts about nine months in humans.