foeticide

/foʊtɪsɪˈdiːd/

Definitions

1. noun

The act of killing a fetus, especially in the womb, or the killing of a fetus.

“The doctor’s involvement in the foeticide case led to a heated debate in the medical community.”

Synonyms

  • abortion
  • feticide

Antonyms

  • infant preservation
  • prenatal care