The baby weighed six pounds at birth.
The baby weighed six pounds at birth.
English
birth
bɝːθ, bɜrθ, bɜːθ, bɝθ
Meaning: the occasion of a baby being born; the start of life
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Example sentences
She gave birth to a healthy baby girl.
She gave birth to a healthy baby girl.
He has been deaf since birth.
He has been deaf since birth.
The cat gave birth to a litter of five kittens.
The cat gave birth to a litter of five kittens.
The birth of their first child was a joyful occasion for the whole family.
The birth of their first child was a joyful occasion for the whole family.
Usage Notes
Commonly used with the verb 'give' (to give birth). It can also refer to the beginning or origin of something abstract like an idea.
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