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Breech

Noun (Anatomy)

Definition: The part of the body below the waist and above the legs; the buttocks.

Example Sentence: She landed on her breech after slipping on the ice.

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Noun (Obstetrics)

Definition: The hind end or lower part of the body of a fetus; the part that is positioned closest to the birth canal during delivery.

Example Sentence: The doctor carefully monitored the position of the baby's breech during labor.

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Noun (Firearms)

Definition: The part of a firearm barrel or cannon behind the projectile or shot.

Example Sentence: The rifle's breech was damaged during the battle.

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Verb

Definition: To bring forth young from the womb in breech presentation.

Example Sentence: The mare breeched her foal with ease.

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