accouchements
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/əˈkuːʃmənts/
(accouchement)
childbirth process
Etymology
Etymology Information
'accouchement' originates from French, specifically the word 'accoucher,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'coucher' meant 'to lay down.'
Historical Evolution
'accoucher' transformed into the French word 'accouchement,' and eventually became the modern English word 'accouchement' through borrowing.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to lay down for childbirth,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the process of giving birth.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of giving birth; childbirth.
The midwife assisted in several accouchements last month.
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Last updated: 2025/04/15 05:06