Labor-pains
plural noun
1.
pain encountered during the uterine contractions of childbirth.
2.
difficulties, problems, or setbacks encountered during the initial phase of a business or project.
labor pains pl.n.
Rhythmical uterine contractions that, under normal conditions, increase in intensity, frequency, and duration, and culminate in vaginal delivery of the infant.
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