Meaning of the word "cesarean section" in English

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cesarean section

US /sɪˈzeər.i.ən ˌsek.ʃən/

UK /sɪˈzeər.i.ən ˌsek.ʃən/

a surgical operation for delivering a baby by cutting through the wall of the mother's abdomen and uterus

Example:

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She had to undergo a cesarean section due to complications during labor.

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The doctor recommended a cesarean section for the safety of both mother and baby.

Synonym:

C-section cesarean

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cesarean section cross section