Definitions

1. noun

The process or act of being born; the time when a baby is first brought into the world.

“The news of her birth was met with great joy by the entire family.”

2. noun

The origin or beginning of something, especially a movement or an idea.

“The birth of the new technology revolutionized the industry.”

3. noun

The circumstances or situation that cause someone to become a parent.

“She was overwhelmed by the responsibilities of her birth.”

4. noun

A person’s first appearance or emergence, especially in a particular field or activity.

“He was known as the birth of a new era in music.”

5. verb

To produce or bring something into existence, especially a baby or a new idea.

“She gave birth to a healthy baby boy.”

6. verb

To cause something to come into existence or to begin.

“The new policy will birth a new wave of innovation in the company.”

7. noun

A document that records a person’s birth and is typically issued by a government authority.

“She needed to obtain a copy of her birth certificate to apply for a passport.”