Midwifery Meaning

/mɪdˈwɪfəɹi/
B2

Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

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Definition

nounThe practice and science of being a midwife.

Sentence Examples

She studied midwifery at the university.
Midwifery is a very old profession.
She entered a college program to study nursing and midwifery.
CEFR Practice Quiz
She decided to study ____ in order to help deliver babies safely in remote rural areas.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
After years of extensive study, Claire decided to specialize in ____, helping mothers during their pregnancy and child birth journey.

Word Origin & History

From Middle English medewifry; equivalent to midwife + -ery.

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CEFR Practice Quiz
She decided to study ____ in order to help deliver babies safely in remote rural areas.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
After years of extensive study, Claire decided to specialize in ____, helping mothers during their pregnancy and child birth journey.

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