abortion
|a/bor/tion|
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/əˈbɔrʃən/
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/əˈbɔːʃ(ə)n/
termination
Etymology
'abortion' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'abortio,' where 'ab-' meant 'away' and 'oriri' meant 'to arise.'
'abortio' transformed into the Old French word 'abortion,' and eventually became the modern English word 'abortion' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to miscarry or fail,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'termination of pregnancy.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the deliberate termination of a human pregnancy, most often performed during the first 28 weeks.
The debate over abortion rights continues to be a contentious issue.
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Noun 2
the premature ending of a process or event.
The project was considered an abortion due to its early termination.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42