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Definition of antenatal

antenatal

/ˌæn.tiˈneɪ.təl/
an · te · na · tal
Adverb:antenatally
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• adjective

1

British Occurring, existing, or relating to the period before birth; during pregnancy.

Example

"The hospital offers weekly antenatal classes to help expectant parents prepare for childbirth."

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Word Nuance & Usage

"Antenatal" is the standard term in British and Commonwealth English, whereas "prenatal" is preferred in American English.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 19th century from the Latin prefix "ante-" (meaning "before") and "natal" (from Latin "natalis", meaning "pertaining to birth").

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