stillbirth

/ˈstɪlbɜːrθ/

Definitions

1. noun

The birth of a baby that has died in the womb, especially after 20 weeks of gestation.

“The hospital reported a disturbing number of stillbirths due to maternal health issues.”

2. noun

A baby that is born dead, especially after being carried to full term.

“The grieving family struggled to cope with the stillbirth of their long-awaited child.”

Synonyms

  • fetal death
  • miscarriage

Antonyms

  • live birth