Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
artificial-insemination
noun
/ˌɑːrtɪˈfɪʃəl ɪnˌsɪmɪˈneɪʃən/
Definition
A medical procedure that involves introducing sperm into a woman’s reproductive system without sexual intercourse.
Examples
- Many couples facing infertility consider artificial insemination as an option.
- The procedure of artificial insemination can be performed in a doctor’s office.
- Artificial insemination has helped many women conceive who otherwise would not have been able to do so.
Meaning
Artificial insemination is a fertility treatment used to achieve pregnancy by directly placing sperm in the reproductive tract of a female.
Synonyms
- Intrauterine insemination (IUI)
- Sperm injection
- Assisted reproductive technology (ART)
