Maternity
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /məˈtɜːnɪti/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Maternity is a noun meaning The state of being a mother; motherhood.
Meaning
The state of being a mother; motherhood.
More Meanings
- The state of being pregnant; pregnancy.
- A ward or department in a hospital in which babies are born.
Example Sentences
She's working in maternity this month.
Word Forms
- maternities
Synonyms for maternity
Depending on context, synonyms include motherhood.
Antonyms for maternity
Common opposites include paternity.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include motherhood, mother, maternal, mater, paternity, parent.
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