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conceptus

Syllabification: (con·cep·tus)
Pronunciation: /kənˈseptəs/
Definition of conceptus

noun (plural conceptuses)

technical
  • the embryo in the uterus, especially during the early stages of pregnancy.

Origin:

mid 18th century: from Latin, literally 'conception, embryo'

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