womb

noun

1
: uterus
2
a
: a cavity or space that resembles a womb in containing and enveloping
b
: a place where something is generated
wombed adjective

Examples of womb in a Sentence

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White Noise—The womb is a noisy place, so a white-noise machine, fan, or vacuum can create a familiar, calming background sound. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Feb. 2025 The growing uterus, or womb, also puts pressure on veins, which can cause spider veins.4 Genetics The likelihood of developing spider veins is strongly tied to genetics and family history. Laura Schober, Health, 12 Jan. 2025 Mayfair Witches‘ second season picks up shortly after the events of its freshman finale, during which Rowan allowed the dark entity Lasher to be reborn through her womb. Andy Swift, TVLine, 13 Dec. 2024 These claims, often sparked by a slight change in appearance, wearing certain attire, or while these women are in public relationships, reduce their dedication to their craft to a public debate over their wombs. Kia Turner, refinery29.com, 6 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for womb 

Word History

Etymology

Middle English wamb, womb, from Old English; akin to Old High German wamba belly

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of womb was before the 12th century

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Cite this Entry

“Womb.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/womb. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.

Kids Definition

womb

noun
1
: uterus
2
: a place where something is begun or developed

Medical Definition

womb

noun
: uterus

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