fetal
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for fetal, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Relating to a fetus, the developing stage of a mammal before birth.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use fetal
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From fetus plus the adjective ending -al.
Full origin of fetal →Frequently asked questions
What does “fetal” mean?
The word “fetal” means relating to a fetus, the developing stage of a mammal before birth. In plain terms, relating to an unborn baby, or curled up like one.
How do you pronounce “fetal”?
“Fetal” is pronounced FEETL (/ˈfitl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “fetal” in a sentence?
Here is “fetal” used in a sentence: “The scan showed a strong fetal heartbeat.”
What part of speech is “fetal”?
“Fetal” is an adjective.
Is “fetal” a common word?
“Fetal” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “fetal” have?
“Fetal” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to a fetus, the developing stage of a mammal before birth.