Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
premie
noun
/ˈpriːmiː/
Definition
A short form for a premature baby, who is born before the full term of pregnancy has been completed.
Examples
- Many premies need to stay in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) until they gain enough weight.
- Her sister had a premie, and it was important to monitor the baby’s health closely.
- The hospital has a special program to support families with premies.
Meaning
A premie is typically a baby born before 37 weeks of gestation, often requiring special medical care due to their underdeveloped organs and systems.
Synonyms
- preterm infant
- premature infant
- low birth weight baby
