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Definition of "birthweight" [birthweight]

  • The amount that a baby weighs at the time of birth (noun)

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Use "birthweight" in a sentence
  • "They controlled for potentially confounding factors such as birthweight, lead exposure and breastfeeding."
  • "The Changing Body, which I co-wrote, shows that height rather than birthweight is the best guide to a child's standard of life and predicts longevity, health and even earning power."
  • "Birth defects, prematurity and low birthweight are the leading causes."