Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pregnant-female
adjective
/ˈprɛɡnənt ˈfiːmeɪl/
Definition
A female that is carrying an embryo or fetus within her body.
Examples
- The pregnant female gorilla was carefully monitored by the zookeepers.
- She was excited to share the news that she was a pregnant female.
- Veterinarians recommend a special diet for a pregnant female dog.
Meaning
The term refers specifically to a female animal, including humans, who is in a state of pregnancy.
Synonyms
- Expecting female
- Gestating female
- With child
