fetus

/ˈfjuːtəs/

Definitions

1. noun

A developing human or animal from the embryonic stage until birth.

“The doctor carefully monitored the fetus’s development throughout the pregnancy.”

2. noun

A developing animal, especially an unborn or newly born animal, especially in its early stages of growth.

“The veterinarian provided detailed care instructions for the new puppy’s tiny fetus.”

Synonyms

  • embryo
  • unborn

Antonyms

  • adult
  • mature