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antenatal

adjective

/ˌæntiˈneɪtl/

Meaning

Relating to the medical care and treatment given to a pregnant woman before the birth of her child.

She attended regular antenatal checkups throughout her pregnancy.

prenatal, pre-birth, maternity, maternal care

postnatal, after-birth

antenatal care, antenatal clinic, antenatal checkup

Relating to or involving gratification of the senses and physical pleasure.

free from violation, injury, or desecration; kept safe and untouched

relentlessly severe, stern, or gloomy in manner or appearance

a bright red color with a slightly orange tinge

Not allowed by law; unlawful.

Taking action by causing change and not only reacting to change when it happens.