Definition of Pregnant Pregnant: The state of carrying a developing fetus within the body. The word "pregnant" comes from the Latin pre- meaning before + (g)natus meaning birth = before (giving) birth. The word "prenatal" has exactly the same origin.
Pregnant: The state of carrying a developing fetus within the body. The word "pregnant" comes from the Latin pre- meaning before + (g)natus meaning birth = before (giving) birth. The word "prenatal" has exactly the same origin.