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therapeutic abortion

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therapeutic abortion
n.
1. Any of various procedures resulting in the termination of a pregnancy by a qualified physician.
2. Any of various procedures resulting in the termination of a pregnancy in order to save the life or preserve the health of the mother.
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Noun1.therapeutic abortion - a legally induced abortion for medical reasons (as when the mother's life is threatened)
induced abortion - a deliberate termination of pregnancy
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