obs.

A form of obstetrics — The care of women during and after pregnancy.

Meanings

nounobs. (uncountable)
  1. abbreviationuncountableAbbreviation of obstetrics.
adjective
  1. alternativehuman sciencesAlternative form of obs (“obsolete”).
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