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Term: live birth

Description:

Live birth refers to the process of giving birth to offspring that are fully developed and capable of independent existence outside the mother's body, as opposed to embryos or eggs that have not yet hatched or developed fully.

Senses:

1. Noun: The act or process of giving birth to live offspring.
2. Noun: A birth in which the offspring is born alive, rather than being hatched or produced by other means.

Usages:

• Medical Usage: Live birth is a significant milestone used by healthcare professionals to evaluate the progress and success of pregnancy.
• Biology Usage: The study of live birth in different species helps in understanding reproductive strategies and evolutionary adaptations.
• Legal Usage: Live birth is a crucial criterion in determining legal rights and protections for a newborn.

Examples:

Noun sense 1: The doctor monitored the progress of the pregnancy and assured her of a safe live birth.

Noun sense 2: The zoo celebrated the live birth of a rare species of bird in captivity.

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