nulliparity
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/ˌnʌlɪˈpærɪti/
never given birth
Etymology
Etymology Information
'nulliparity' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'nulliparus,' where 'nullus' meant 'none' and 'parere' meant 'to give birth.'
Historical Evolution
'nulliparus' transformed into the modern English word 'nulliparity' through Latin influence.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not giving birth,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the condition of never having given birth.
The study focused on the health risks associated with nulliparity.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39