Lying-in
[lahy-ing-in] /ˈlaɪ ɪŋˈɪn/
noun, plural lyings-in, lying-ins.
1.
the state of being in childbed; confinement.
adjective
2.
pertaining to or providing facilities for childbirth:
a lying-in hospital.
noun (pl) lyings-in
1.
lying-in ly·ing-in (lī’ĭng-ĭn’)
n. pl. ly·ings-in (lī’ĭngz-) or ly·ing-ins
A state attending childbirth. adj.
Of or intended for use during childbirth.
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