De verloskundige
Example: De verloskundige helpt vrouwen bij de bevalling.
Definition
"De verloskundige" refers to a healthcare professional specialized in assisting women during childbirth and pregnancy. They provide prenatal care, support during labor, and postpartum care, ensuring the health and safety of both mother and baby throughout the birthing process.
Etymology
The word "de verloskundige" comes from Dutch, where "verlos" means to deliver or free, and "kundige" means expert or knowledgeable person. So, "de verloskundige" literally translates to 'the expert who delivers,' highlighting their role in childbirth assistance.
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"De verloskundige" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Medical Professions - (A1) - set 1", containing 101 commonly used words.
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