deciduate

/ˌdɛsɪˈdeɪt, ˌdɛkɪ-/

Definitions

1. verb

to become or cause to become separated from the placenta prematurely

“The fetus deciduated early, causing the mother a lot of complications.”

2. noun

a condition of being separated from the placenta prematurely

“The doctor told the mother that the fetus was in a deciduate state and needed immediate medical attention.”

Synonyms

  • placental abruption
  • premature separation

Antonyms

  • normal delivery
  • placental attachment