pro-natalism
|pro-na-tal-ism|
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/proʊˈneɪtəlɪzəm/
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/prəʊˈneɪtəlɪzəm/
encouraging birth
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pro-natalism' originates from the Latin prefix 'pro-' meaning 'for' and 'natalis' meaning 'of birth'.
Historical Evolution
'pro-natalism' evolved from the Latin term 'natalis' and the prefix 'pro-', eventually forming the modern English term 'pro-natalism'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'supporting birth', and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'encouraging higher birth rates'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an ideology or policy that encourages childbearing and supports higher birth rates.
The government's pro-natalism policy includes financial incentives for families with children.
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Last updated: 2025/04/23 07:15