preemie

noun

pree·​mie ˈprē-mē How to pronounce preemie (audio)
variants or less commonly premie
: a premature baby

Examples of preemie in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The last point is part of a complication that affects preemies known as Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS). Stephanie Brown, Parents, 16 July 2024 And loss of that access could put thousands of preemies at risk. James Hill, ABC News, 7 July 2024 This five-pack of classic onesies comes in sizes ranging from preemie to 5T and is perfect for everything from layering to wearing alone on warm summer days. Terri Peters, Parents, 4 July 2024 Her dolls vary in size, from a preemie that's a few pounds to one about the size of a 6- or 9-month-old that's 12½ pounds. David Oliver, USA TODAY, 2 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for preemie 

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Word History

Etymology

premature + -ie

First Known Use

1927, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of preemie was in 1927

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Cite this Entry

“Preemie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/preemie. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

Medical Definition

preemie

noun
pree·​mie
variants or premie
: a baby born prematurely

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