cesarian

/sɪˈziːriən/

Definitions

1. noun

a surgical operation in which a baby is born through an incision in the mother’s abdomen, often necessary when a vaginal delivery is not possible

“The doctor explained to the expectant mother that a cesarian might be necessary due to complications during the pregnancy.”

2. adjective

relating to or derived from a cesarian operation

“The cesarian baby was taken to the neonatal intensive care unit for further observation.”

Synonyms

  • C-section
  • caesarean

Antonyms

  • vaginal delivery