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Definition of abortionist

abortionist

/əˈbɔːrʃənɪst/
a · bor · tion · ist
Plural:abortionists
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• noun

1

A person who induces or performs abortions, especially (historically or disparagingly) someone who does so illegally or without formal medical licensing.

Example

"Historical records from the early twentieth century document the legal prosecutions of unlicensed abortionists operating in major cities."

2

An advocate or supporter of legal access to abortion.

Example

"The debate brought together anti-abortion activists and abortionists to discuss the proposed legislative changes."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In contemporary clinical and neutral contexts, "abortionist" often carries pejorative or historical connotations of unlicensed, clandestine practitioners; terms such as "abortion provider" or "gynecologist" are generally preferred in neutral medical and journalistic usage.

• Rhymes for abortionist

• Nearby Words

aborigine
abort
abortion
abortionist
abortive
abortively
abound

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Abortionist. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/abortionist
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