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abortion

noun
/əˈbɔːrʃən/

Meaning

The deliberate termination of a human pregnancy, usually performed during the first 28 weeks.

Example Sentences

The debate about abortion continues to divide public opinion.

Example Expressions

abortion rights

Synonyms

termination, miscarriage, ending, interruption

Antonyms

birth, delivery

Collocations

legal abortion, safe abortion, abortion clinic, abortion law

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