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a·bor·tion   (ə-bôr'shən)   
n.  
    1. Induced termination of a pregnancy with destruction of the embryo or fetus.
    2. Any of various procedures resulting in the termination of a pregnancy. Also called induced abortion.
  2. See miscarriage.
  3. Cessation of normal growth, especially of an organ or other body part, prior to full development or maturation.
  4. The premature ending or abandonment of an undertaking.
  5. Something that is regarded as poorly made or done.
in·duced abortion   (ĭn-dōōst', -dyōōst')
n.  See abortion.
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induced abortion n.
Abortion caused intentionally by the administration of drugs or by mechanical means.

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