embryous

/ɛmˈbraɪəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling an embryo

“The embryous stages of the frog’s life cycle are fascinating to observe.”

2. adjective

containing or characterized by embryos

“The embryous cells in the tissue sample were studied under a microscope.”

Synonyms

  • embryonic
  • foetal
  • germinal

Antonyms

  • adult
  • mature