baby shower

noun

US
: a party at which gifts are given to a woman who is pregnant

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Skipping a baby shower or muting a pregnancy announcement on social media are reasonable ways to protect your own emotional wellbeing during a difficult season. Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2026 In March, Jasmin and Eric posted photos from their lavish baby shower on social media. Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026 The owner said the shooting happened while a baby shower was happening inside. Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026 The photo comes about two months after the couple held a baby shower to celebrate the upcoming arrival of their little one, which was held at Jac's on Bond in New York. Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for baby shower

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“Baby shower.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/baby%20shower. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.

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