Abortion

The dictionary definition of “abortion” is a noun that refers to the deliberate termination of a pregnancy before the fetus can live independently outside the mother’s womb. It can also refer to any premature ending or failure to complete a process or activity.

Use cases:
1. Medical context: Referring specifically to the termination of a pregnancy through medical procedures.
2. Legal and ethical discussions: Involving debates and policies surrounding reproductive rights and healthcare.
3. Figurative use: Describing the premature ending or failure to achieve a planned action or event.

Examples:
1. She chose to have an abortion because she was not ready to become a parent.
2. The debate over abortion rights is a contentious issue in many countries.
3. The project faced an unexpected setback and had to be terminated, which was a disappointing abortion of our efforts.

Related words:
1. Termination
2. Miscarriage (for spontaneous abortion)
3. Procedure
4. Interruption
5. End