Definitions
American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
- n. Informal A prematurely born infant.
Wiktionary
- n. A baby that has been born prematurely.
WordNet 3.0
- n. an infant that is born prior to 37 weeks of gestation
Etymologies
- Shortening and alteration of premature.
Examples
“We haven't done anything permanent, but the fear of another preemie is also keeping us cautious.”
“Because a special preemie is in my heart, I was instantly committed to helping promote the event.”
“Really, they just want to be sure your little preemie is strong enough to survive that car ride home.”
“KELLY: Simone was a micro-preemie is the term you used.”
“In addition, my son was a near-term preemie (34 weeks gestation) and the first thing they had me do in the NICU following his birth was to put him on my chest, skin-to-skin, for "kangaroo care.”
“Giving birth to a preemie is the biggest risk factor for a repeat performance.”
“Born a 3-pound "preemie," Lindsay has learned to cope with impaired motor skills.”
“If a preemie has touched your life, please join the Fight for Preemies event.”
“And check back next Tuesday when I interview the preemie who has captured my heart …”
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