Meaning of the word surrogacy in English
What does surrogacy mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
surrogacy
US /ˈsɝː.ə.ɡə.si/
UK /ˈsʌr.ə.ɡə.si/
Noun
the practice by which a woman (a surrogate mother) bears a child on behalf of another woman who is unable to conceive or bear children herself
Example:
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The couple decided to pursue surrogacy after years of infertility.
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Laws regarding surrogacy vary widely across different countries.