birth (A1)

noun

Pronunciation: /bɜːθ/

Definition

The moment a baby comes out of its mother's body, or the process of this.

Examples

• The birth of their first child was a joyous occasion.

• She had a difficult birth and needed medical help.

• He was present at the birth of his daughter.

How to Use birth

give birth (phrasal verb)

To have a baby. — "My sister will give birth to twins soon."

birth of (prepositional phrase)

The beginning or origin of something. — "The birth of democracy was a long process."

of birth (prepositional phrase)

Relating to family or social background. — "She was of royal birth."

Synonyms of birth

Words with a similar meaning to birth:

• arrival
• delivery
• nativity

Antonyms of birth

Words with the opposite meaning to birth:

• death
• ending

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