English Dictionary
Definition of “infertility”
Word Frequency
infertility (ˌɪnfɜːˈtɪlɪtɪ)
Definitions
noun
- inability to produce offspring; sterility ⇒
Infertility is a major problem for many couples.
⇒Male infertility is becoming commonplace.
- barrenness; lack of productivity ⇒
the infertility of the surrounding land
Example Sentences Including 'infertility'
And in the infertility game all issues are tricky, ethically speaking.New Zealand Herald (2004)
At least we know his plans, and we know he has guessed the cause of this infertility.The Ancient and Solitary Reign
Deficiency induces infertility in animals however there is no substantial evidence that taking vitamin E will increase fertility in humans.The Family Nutrition Workbook
He had just concluded a letter to a would-be father suing a Health Authority for causing his wife's infertility.Splitting
I must come up with an answer to this infertility to show the population that I'm in control.The Ancient and Solitary Reign
Saturday's event has been organised by the charity CHILD -the national infertility support network.Sun, News of the World (2002)
Some New Hampshire couples are finding that infertility treatment is much more affordable north of the border.canada.com (2004)
The additional genes were taken from a healthy donor and used to overcome their mother's infertility problems.Glasgow Herald (2001)
They suggest caffeine could form the basis of infertility treatment for some men.New Scientist (2003)
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