prematurity

Meanings

• noun

  The state of being born before the completion of the normal gestation period.

  - "Babies born before 37 weeks of gestation are considered premature."
  - "Prematurity increases the risk of health complications for newborns."

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Variants

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premature , prematurely , prematureness , prematurenesses , prematures , prematurities , prematurity

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'prae' meaning 'before' and 'maturus' meaning 'ripe'.

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Trivia

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1. Approximately 1 in 10 infants are born prematurely.

2. The earlier a baby is born, the greater the risk of health complications.

3. Prematurity is a leading cause of death for newborns.

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Related Concepts

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1. Preterm labor: A condition where labor begins before 37 weeks of gestation.

2. Neonatal care: The medical care provided to newborns, especially those born prematurely.

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Culture

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Prematurity is a significant health issue, with increasing awareness and research being dedicated to understanding its causes and improving outcomes for premature infants.

How to Memorize "prematurity"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a clock with the hands pointing to a time before the full gestation period for a premature birth.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'prematurity' with the image of a small, underdeveloped newborn.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the phrase 'Before Time' to remember the meaning of 'prematurity'.

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