Infertility

/ˌɪn.fɜːrˈtɪl.ɪ.ti/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The inability of a person to conceive or produce offspring after a significant period of unprotected sexual intercourse.

The couple sought medical advice after struggling with infertility for over two years.

A condition characterized by the absence of pregnancy despite regular unprotected intercourse for a year or more.

Infertility can result from various factors, including hormonal imbalances and reproductive health issues.

The incapacity of a female to become pregnant or maintain a pregnancy.

Her infertility was treated with a series of hormonal therapies.

The inability of a male to contribute to conception, typically due to issues with sperm production or quality.

Infertility in men can often be linked to lifestyle factors like smoking and obesity.

Derived from the Latin 'infertilis', meaning 'not fruitful'.

infertile ground

Land that cannot support the growth of plants.

infertility treatment

Medical interventions aimed at assisting individuals or couples in conceiving.

fertility

The ability to conceive and produce offspring.

sterility

The condition of being unable to reproduce.

Baby drought

They've been trying for years with no luck; it's like they're in a baby drought.

No bun in the oven

After all this time, there's still no bun in the oven.