obstetrix

/ɒbˈstɛtrɪks/

Definitions

1. noun

A woman who assists at childbirth, especially one who is not a trained midwife or obstetrician.

“The obstetrix helped the expectant mother through her first-time delivery.”

Synonyms

  • birth attendant
  • midwife

Antonyms

  • abortionist
  • infanticide