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British pronunciation
/mətˈɜːnɪti/

Definition & Meaning of "maternity"

Maternity
01

the state of being pregnant; the period from conception to birth when a woman carries a developing fetus in her uterus

maternity definition and meaning
02

the quality or fact of being a mother to a child or children

maternity definition and meaning
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She took maternity leave after the birth of her baby to spend time bonding with her child.
The company offers generous maternity benefits to support new mothers during their first year.
03

the quality of having or showing the tenderness and warmth and affection of or befitting a mother

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