term

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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Psychology term of the day

September 8th 2024

open hospital

a psychiatric hospital without locked doors or physical restraints. Also called open-door hospital.