Meaning of 'In the family way'
What does the saying 'In the family way' mean?
Idiom: In the family way
Meaning:
If a woman is in the family way, she is pregnant.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Sex and sexuality |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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