postpartum
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for postpartum, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Relating to the period right after childbirth.
Synonyms
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How to use postpartum
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin post ('after') and partum ('having given birth'), from pario ('to bring forth').
Full origin of postpartum →Frequently asked questions
What does “postpartum” mean?
The word “postpartum” means relating to the period right after childbirth. In plain terms, relating to the weeks right after a baby is born.
How do you pronounce “postpartum”?
“Postpartum” is pronounced pohst-PAH-tuhm (/ˌpəʊstˈpɑː(ɹ)təm/ in IPA).
How do you use “postpartum” in a sentence?
Here is “postpartum” used in a sentence: “Many new mothers experience postpartum fatigue.”
What part of speech is “postpartum”?
“Postpartum” is an adjective.
Where does the word “postpartum” come from?
The word “postpartum” comes from Latin. From Latin post ('after') and partum ('having given birth'), from pario ('to bring forth').