Fetal
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfitl̩/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Fetal is an adjective meaning (embryology) Pertaining to, or connected with, a fetus.
Meaning
(embryology) Pertaining to, or connected with, a fetus.
More Meanings
- (somewhat informal) In the fetal position.
Example Sentences
fetal membranes
fetal circulation
Gage had gone foetal: knees raised, chin ducked , arms shielding his head.
By 12:00 when Keith arrived home with Connor, I was fetal on the couch and praying for a quick death.
Synonyms for fetal
Depending on context, synonyms include foetal.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include foetal, fetus, foetus, intrauterine, pregnancy, unborn.
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