Definitions

1. noun

An early stage of development in an animal, especially a mammal, from the moment of conception until birth.

“The doctor studied the embryon to determine the likelihood of any genetic disorders.”

2. noun

An early stage of development in a plant, from the moment of germination until maturity.

“The gardener examined the embryon of the newly planted seedling.”

3. noun

The earliest stage of a cell or organism, from the moment of cell division until it has developed into a mature cell or organism.

“The scientist observed the embryon of a newly divided cell.”