obstetric
Translation
obstetric
Examples
She received excellent obstetric care during her pregnancy.
She received excellent obstetric care during her pregnancy.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) relating to childbirth and the processes associated with it The hospital has a large obstetric unit.
Similar Words
Synonyms: perinatal, maternal
Etymology
From Latin 'obstetrix' (midwife), from 'obstare' (to stand before), which is from 'ob-' (in front of) + 'stare' (to stand).
Memory Tips
Think of a doctor who 'stands' ('-stet-') 'in front of' ('ob-') the baby during birth to help.