1. the birth of a dead baby or fetus, typically after 20 weeks of pregnancy
Usage: medical

Examples

• The couple was devastated by the stillbirth of their first child.
• Stillbirth rates have decreased significantly with improved prenatal care.
• The doctor explained the possible causes of stillbirth to the grieving parents.
• Medical advances have helped reduce the risk of stillbirth in high-risk pregnancies.
• The hospital provides counseling services for families affected by stillbirth.
• Researchers are studying factors that may contribute to stillbirth.