n
(medicine) A person, especially a man, who delivers a baby (in childbirth).
n
Obsolete form of chirurgeon. [(archaic) A doctor or surgeon.]
n
Initialism of delayed-onset muscle soreness. [(medicine) The pain and stiffness felt in muscles several hours to days after unaccustomed or strenuous exercise.]
n
An accoucheur; a male midwife
n
A person, usually a woman, who is trained to assist women in childbirth, but who is not a physician.
n
The practice and science of being a midwife.
v
Alternative form of midwife (verb) [(transitive) To act as a midwife.]
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doula (one who provides support during pregnancy and childbirth)
n
(medicine) A person who provides basic maternity care primarily from experience as well as the traditions and practices of a community.
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