ferning

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A characteristic fern-like pattern on a slide viewed under low power on a microscope, used as a sign when testing for ovulation or the presence of amniotic fluid.

Word forms

ferning

Etymology

From fern + -ing.

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