natal

[ˈneɪtl]

natal Definition

• 1. relating to the place or time of one's birth
• 2. relating to birth

Using natal: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "natal" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She returned to her natal village after living in the city for many years.

• Example

  The natal care program provides support for mothers and newborns.

• Example

  The artist's natal city was a major influence on his work.

natal Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for natal

• birth
• born
• native
• inborn
• inherent

Phrases with natal

• natal chart

  a horoscope or astrological chart that represents the positions of the sun, moon, planets, and other celestial bodies at the time of a person's birth

  Example

  Her natal chart revealed that she was born under the sign of Scorpio.

• natal family

  the family into which a person is born

  Example

  Her natal family still lives in the same town where she was born.

• natal teeth

  teeth that are present in the mouth at birth

  Example

  The baby's natal teeth were causing some discomfort and had to be removed.

Origins of natal

from Latin 'natalis', meaning 'of or relating to birth'

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Summary: natal in Brief

The term 'natal' [ˈneɪtl] refers to the place or time of one's birth, or anything related to birth. It can describe a person's birthplace or family, as in 'Her natal village' or 'natal family.' 'Natal' also extends to medical contexts, such as 'natal care program,' and biological contexts, such as 'natal teeth.'