uterus
0 antonyms and opposites of uterus, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The organ in the female reproductive system where a fetus develops before birth.
Etymology
A learned borrowing directly from Latin uterus ("womb").
Full origin of uterus →Frequently asked questions
What does “uterus” mean?
The word “uterus” means the organ in the female reproductive system where a fetus develops before birth. In plain terms, the womb — the organ where a baby grows during pregnancy.
How do you pronounce “uterus”?
“Uterus” is pronounced YOO-tuh-ruhs (/ˈjuː.tə.ɹəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “uterus” in a sentence?
Here is “uterus” used in a sentence: “The embryo implants itself in the wall of the uterus.”
What part of speech is “uterus”?
“Uterus” is a noun.
Where does the word “uterus” come from?
The word “uterus” comes from Latin. A learned borrowing directly from Latin uterus ("womb").
Is “uterus” a common word?
“Uterus” is an uncommon word in modern English.