adjective
- pregnant; carrying developing offspring
Usage: medical; formal
Examples
- The gravid female was monitored closely by the veterinarian.
- Gravid mammals require additional nutrition during pregnancy.
- The researcher studied the behavior of gravid mice in the laboratory.
- The gravid patient was advised to avoid certain medications.
- Gravid females often show changes in appetite and activity levels.
- The zoo carefully tracked all gravid animals in their breeding program.