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Definition of midhusband in English:

midhusband

noun

  • A man who performs the duties of a midwife; especially one who helps bring something into being.

Origin

1980s; earliest use found in The Listener. From mid- + husband, after midwife.

Pronunciation

midhusband

/ˈmɪdˌhʌzbənd/