Cesarean
(adjective)
- Of or relating to a surgical operation to deliver a baby through the mother's abdomen.
- Of or relating to the birth of a baby by this operation.
Origin:
From latin 'caesareus' ('of caesar'), referring to the belief that julius caesar was born by this operation.
Examples:
- The doctor recommended a cesarean delivery due to complications during pregnancy.
- The mother was relieved to hear that the cesarean birth was successful and the baby was healthy.