Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

miracle-baby

noun

/ˈmɪrəkl ˈbeɪbi/

Definition

A child whose birth or survival is considered highly unlikely or nearly impossible, often due to medical complications or circumstances surrounding conception and birth.

Examples

The couple considered their child a miracle baby after numerous failed attempts to conceive.
Doctors were amazed when the premature baby survived against all odds, truly a miracle baby.

Meaning

The term refers to the miraculous nature of a baby’s birth, especially in situations where there were significant medical challenges or risks involved.