(definition) by Webster 1913 Wed Dec 22 1999 at 1:50:07

Par`tu*ri"tion (?), n. [L. parturitio, fr. parturire: cf. F. parturition. See Parturient.]

1.

The act of bringing forth, or being delivered of, young; the act of giving birth; delivery; childbirth.

2.

That which is brought forth; a birth.

[Obs.]

 

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