Definitions

1. noun

A still-born child, especially one that dies before birth or shortly after birth, often due to a lack of development or other complications.

“The doctor gently explained the situation to the couple, telling them that their secundine had not developed properly during the pregnancy.”

2. noun

A second or supplementary placenta, often associated with twin pregnancies.

“The medical team had to be aware of the secundine that had formed in the mother’s womb, as it could cause complications during delivery.”