Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
crack-baby
Noun
/kræk ˈbeɪbi/
Definition
A term used to describe a baby born to a mother who abused crack cocaine during pregnancy.
Examples
- The crack-baby faced numerous health challenges in its early years.
- Programs were established to help crack-babies overcome their initial disadvantages.
Meaning
Crack-babies often face various physical and developmental challenges due to their exposure to drugs in the womb.
Synonyms
- Drug-affected infant
- Substance-exposed baby
