Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
birth-rate
noun
/bɜrθ reɪt/
Definition
The birth rate is the measure of the number of live births in a given population during a specific time period.
Examples
- The birth-rate in the country has been declining over the past decade.
- Policies aimed at increasing the birth-rate have been introduced by the government.
- Many factors can influence the birth-rate, including economic conditions and social norms.
Meaning
It indicates how many children are born in a certain area over a specific time frame, typically expressed per 1,000 people per year.
Synonyms
- natality
- fecundity
- reproductive rate
