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n. the point in a pregnancy at which childbirth is normally expected to occur. In humans, this is defined as 37 to 42 weeks after the woman’s last menstruation. See also gestation period; preterm viability.

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February 17th 2025

psychotic

psychotic

adj. of, relating to, or affected by psychosis or a psychotic disorder.