trimester
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Noun — A period of about three months, especially one of the three stages of pregnancy.
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Etymology
From Latin trimestris ("of three months"), from tres ("three") and mensis ("month").
Full origin of trimester →Frequently asked questions
What does “trimester” mean?
The word “trimester” means a period of about three months, especially one of the three stages of pregnancy. In plain terms, a three-month stretch of time — most often used for stages of pregnancy or school terms.
How do you pronounce “trimester”?
“Trimester” is pronounced TRIH-mehs-tuh (/ˈt(ʃ)ɹaɪ.mɛs.təɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “trimester” in a sentence?
Here is “trimester” used in a sentence: “She felt much better by the second trimester.”
What part of speech is “trimester”?
“Trimester” is a noun.
Where does the word “trimester” come from?
The word “trimester” comes from Latin. From Latin trimestris ("of three months"), from tres ("three") and mensis ("month").
Is “trimester” a common word?
“Trimester” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “trimester” have?
“Trimester” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a period of about three months, especially one of the three stages of pregnancy.