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abortion
The loss of an embryo or fetus either spontaneously (miscarriage) or induced (when a pregnancy is terminated on purpose) before 20 weeks. After 20 weeks, the spontaneous loss of a fetus is called a stillbirth.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Parenting
- Category: Pregnancy
- Company: Everyday Health
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