birth
IPA: bˈɝθ
noun
- (uncountable) The process of childbearing; the beginning of life; the emergence of a human baby or other viviparous animal offspring from the mother's body into the environment.
- (countable) An instance of childbirth.
- (countable) A beginning or start; a point of origin.
- (uncountable) The circumstances of one's background, ancestry, or upbringing.
- That which is born.
- Misspelling of berth. [A fixed bunk for sleeping (in caravans, trains, etc).]
verb
- (transitive) To bear or give birth to (a child).
- (transitive, figuratively) To produce, give rise to.
adjective
- A familial relationship established by childbirth.
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Examples of "birth" in Sentences
- The birth of a new idea can often lead to groundbreaking discoveries
- Witnessing the birth of a baby is a truly awe-inspiring moment
- The birth of a new trend can quickly spread like wildfire across social media
- Many cultures celebrate the birth of a new year with fireworks and festivities
- The birth of a star in Hollywood can catapult an unknown actor to fame overnight
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