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Prematurity - Dictionary Definition and Overview |
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Prematurity : (noun)
1: the state of being premature [syn: prematureness]
Based on WordNet 2.0
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Prematurity : \Pre`ma*tu"ri*ty\, n. [Cf. F. pr['e]maturit['e].]
The quality or state of being premature; early, or untimely,
ripeness; as, the prematurity of genius.
Based on Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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Prematurity : Prematurity: Historically, the definition of prematurity was 2500 grams (about 5 1/2 pounds) or less at birth. The current World Health Organization definition of prematurity is a baby born
before 37 weeks of gestation, counting from the first day of the Last Menstrual Period (LMP).
Based on Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)
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