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Maternity

noun

/məˈtɜːrnəti/

Meaning

The state of being a mother; motherhood

The hospital has an excellent maternity ward for new mothers.

motherhood, pregnancy, childbirth, parenthood

paternity, fatherhood, childlessness

maternity leave, maternity ward, maternity clothes, maternity hospital

The act of breaking or disregarding a law, rule, or agreement.

Things that block one's way or prevent or hinder progress.

strictness, severity, or demanding conditions

a greater liking for one alternative over another

the chance or probability of something happening

a small, inflamed elevation of the skin; a spot on the skin, especially on the face