C-section

noun

C-sec·​tion ˈsē-ˌsek-shən How to pronounce C-section (audio)

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The class encompasses information about exercises to prepare the mother for birth, relaxation and coping techniques, pain control options, labor positioning, induction and C-section basics, recovery and welcoming baby. Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 July 2025 The mother had an infection in her uterus, and the C-section was delayed by 45 minutes. Alexis Kayser, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 July 2025 Officials said Lagunas tried to deliver the baby vaginally for 12 hours before performing a C-section. Mike Stunson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2025 But before long, Burton had received an influx of similar notes about C-sections, which inspired the podcast’s newest season, The Retrievals, Season 2: The C-sections, released July 10. Erica Sloan, SELF, 16 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for C-section

Word History

First Known Use

1973, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of C-section was in 1973

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“C-section.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/C-section. Accessed 23 Jul. 2025.

Medical Definition

C-section

noun
C-sec·​tion ˈsē-ˌsek-shən How to pronounce C-section (audio)
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