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Neonatocide

/ˌniː.oʊˈneɪ.təˌsaɪd/
nounCEFR C2 (Proficient)Top #20000 frequency
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  1. 1

    The deliberate act of killing a newborn infant.

    "The controversial topic of neonatocide has sparked intense ethical debates in medical communities."
  2. 2

    A term used in discussions about infanticide, particularly in the context of legal and moral implications.

    "Legislation addressing neonatocide varies significantly across different countries."

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The term 'neonatocide' is derived from the prefix 'neo-' meaning 'new' in Greek, combined with 'nato' from Latin meaning 'born' and the suffix '-cide' from Latin 'caedere' meaning 'to kill'. It refers to the act of killing newborns, a concept that has evolved in discussions around ethics and medical practices since the late 20th century.

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