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Definition of “obstetrically”
Word Frequency
obstetric (ɒbˈstɛtrɪk
) or obstetrical
Definitions
adjective
- of or relating to childbirth or obstetrics
Derived Forms
obˈstetrically adverbWord Origin
C18: via New Latin from Latin obstetrīcius, from obstetrix a midwife, literally: woman who stands opposite, from obstāre to stand in front of; see obstacleExample Sentences Including 'obstetrically'
Midwives were concerned about the consequences of recommending options that contradicted obstetrically defined clinical norms.British Medical Journal (2002)
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