noun
- a baby born prematurely, especially one born before 37 weeks of pregnancy
Usage: informal
Examples
- The preemie weighed only three pounds at birth.
- Special care units help preemies develop properly.
- My sister was a preemie but grew up healthy.
- The hospital has excellent facilities for preemies.
- Preemies often need extra medical attention.
- The tiny preemie spent two months in the NICU.