stillborn infant
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Definition
- Noun:
- An infant who shows no signs of life after birth: A baby born without any evidence of life, such as breathing, heartbeat, or voluntary movement.
Usage
- The term "stillborn infant" is a formal and medical term used to describe the tragic outcome of a pregnancy where the baby is born deceased. It is typically used in clinical, legal, and official reporting contexts.
Examples
- Noun:
- The hospital provided counseling services for the parents of the stillborn infant.
- The certificate recorded the birth of a stillborn infant.
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used in demographic and public health studies to discuss infant mortality rates.
- The report analyzed factors contributing to the rate of stillborn infants.
Variants and Related Words
- Stillbirth (n): The event or circumstance of giving birth to a stillborn infant.
- She experienced a stillbirth at full term.
Synonyms
- Stillborn baby: A more common phrasing with identical meaning.
- Neonatal death: A broader term that can include infants who die shortly after birth, not necessarily stillborn.
Notes
- "Stillborn infant" is a compound noun. The primary definition and usage pertain to this specific combined term. The word "stillborn" alone is an adjective meaning "dead at birth."
- The term is sensitive and should be used with appropriate care and context.
Noun
- infant who shows no signs of life after birth