big with child

big with child

euphemism Very visibly pregnant, often because the baby's due date is near. I am so big with child right now, but at least the baby is due next week. I'm only a few months pregnant, and I'm already big with child! I guess it's time to invest in some maternity clothes. A: "Have you seen Kristin lately?" B: "No, but I know her due date is coming up. She must be big with child by now."

See also: big, child

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