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Meaning of expecting a baby
The primary meaning of "expecting a baby" refers to the state of being pregnant or awaiting the birth of a child.
Etymology of expecting a baby
The word "expecting" comes from the Latin "expectare," which means to wait or look out for, and has been used in English since the 15th century to describe a state of anticipation or waiting.
The phrase "expecting a baby" has been in use since the 18th century, initially as a polite way to refer to pregnancy without directly mentioning it.
Synonyms
pregnant
with child
expecting
having a baby
in the family way
enceinte
with young
gestating
carrying
heavy with child
awaiting arrival
preparing for parenthood
anticipating a newborn
ready to give birth
about to deliver
soon to be parents
awaiting a baby
having a bun in the oven
in a delicate condition
in an interesting condition
with a baby on the way
on the verge of parenthood
soon to be a mother
soon to be a father
Definitions
- The phrase "expecting a baby" is defined by Oxford Languages as a state where a woman is pregnant or a couple is awaiting the birth of their child.
- * It can also imply that the couple is preparing for the arrival of the baby, both physically and emotionally.
Usage Examples
- They are expecting a baby in the spring, so they are preparing the nursery.
- * The couple is expecting a baby, and they are both excited and nervous about becoming parents.
- * After years of trying, they are finally expecting a baby, and their family is overjoyed.
Antonyms
not pregnant
childless
infertile
barren
not expecting
without a baby on the way
not having a child
not awaiting arrival
not preparing for parenthood
not anticipating a newborn
not ready to give birth
not about to deliver
not soon to be parents