blastoporic

/blæstoʊˈpɔːrɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the blastopore, a depression in the embryonic disc of certain animals that gives rise to the digestive system

“In embryonic development, the blastoporic region plays a crucial role in the formation of organs.”

2. noun

a structure or region in the embryonic disc of certain animals that gives rise to the digestive system

“The blastoporic opening was visible in the embryo’s microscopic image.”

Synonyms

  • embryonic
  • gastric

Antonyms

  • ectodermal
  • endodermal