Gestation
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /d͡ʒɛsˈteɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Gestation is a noun meaning The period of time during which an animal or human offspring physically develops inside the mother's body until it is born.
Meaning
The period of time during which an animal or human offspring physically develops inside the mother's body until it is born.
More Meanings
- The process of development of a plan or idea.
Example Sentences
It was to a conversation with another friend who had for many years been familiar with all my writings during the period of their gestation, just as I had been with his.
Word Forms
- gestations
Synonyms for gestation
Depending on context, synonyms include pregnancy.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pregnancy, childbearing, birth, conception, reproduction, brewing.
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