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amniotic

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Adj — Relating to the amnion, the fluid-filled sac that surrounds and protects a developing embryo.

Synonyms

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amnic amnionic

How to use amniotic

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amniotic fluid amniotic sac

Etymology

From the Greek word amnion, originally meaning a bowl used to collect sacrificial blood, later applied to the membrane surrounding an unborn animal.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “amniotic” mean?

The word “amniotic” means relating to the amnion, the fluid-filled sac that surrounds and protects a developing embryo. In plain terms, describes anything to do with the protective fluid sac around a baby in the womb.

How do you pronounce “amniotic”?

“Amniotic” is pronounced am-nee-O-tihk (/æmniˈɑtɪk/ in IPA).

How do you use “amniotic” in a sentence?

Here is “amniotic” used in a sentence: “The doctor checked the level of amniotic fluid during the scan.”

What part of speech is “amniotic”?

“Amniotic” is an adjective.

Where does the word “amniotic” come from?

The word “amniotic” comes from Greek. From the Greek word amnion, originally meaning a bowl used to collect sacrificial blood, later applied to the membrane surrounding an unborn animal.

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