Definition

A woman who has never given birth.

Example

The doctor explained that a nullipara may have different health considerations during pregnancy.

Conversation

I was reading an article about pregnancy and it mentioned the term nullipara.

Oh really? What does that mean?

It refers to a woman who has never given birth.

That makes sense! I didn't know there was a specific term for that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nullipara → It is formed from "nullus" (meaning none or not any) and "parere" (meaning to give birth). The word "nullipara" refers to a woman who has never given birth.

Memory Tip

Think of 'none' ('nullus') and 'giving birth' ('parere') to remember that a nullipara is a woman who has never given birth.

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