gestational
Translation
gestational, relating to pregnancy
Examples
The gestational period for humans is nine months.
The gestational period for humans is nine months.
She was diagnosed with gestational diabetes.
She was diagnosed with gestational diabetes.
Grammar Patterns
gestational ((noun)) relating to pregnancy The gestational period is nine months.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pregnancy-related
Etymology
From Latin 'gestare' (to carry, bear). The suffix '-al' makes it an adjective.
Memory Tips
Think of a mother 'carrying' (gestating) a baby. The 'gestational' period is the carrying time.