English Explanatory Dictionary

amniotic fluid

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. In placental mammals, a fluid contained within the amnion membrane that surrounds a developing embryo or fetus.

Pronunciation

ăm′-nē-ŏ′-tĭk flo͞o′-ĭd /ˌæm.niˈɑ.tɪk ˈflu.ɪd/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-amniotic fluid.wav

Word forms

amniotic fluid amniotic fluids

Synonyms

water waters

Derived words

amniotic fluid embolism
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