Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nonuplet
noun
/ˈnɔː.njuː.plɛt/
Definition
A group of nine offspring born at one time from the same mother.
Examples
- The couple was amazed when they learned they were expecting a nonuplet.
- Nonuplets are extremely rare occurrences in human birth.
- The hospital provided special care for the nonuplets to ensure their health and safety.
Meaning
The term ‘nonuplet’ is derived from ‘nonus’, Latin for nine, referring to a set of nine babies that are born in a single birthing event.
Synonyms
- ninefold
- group of nine
