placenta
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Noun — An organ that develops in the uterus during pregnancy, feeding the fetus and removing its waste through the umbilical cord.
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Etymology
From Latin placenta, "flat cake," describing the organ's flattened, round shape.
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What does “placenta” mean?
The word “placenta” means an organ that develops in the uterus during pregnancy, feeding the fetus and removing its waste through the umbilical cord. In plain terms, the organ that connects a pregnant mother to her fetus, supplying nutrients and oxygen.
How do you pronounce “placenta”?
“Placenta” is pronounced pluh-SEHN-tuh (/pləˈsɛntə/ in IPA).
How do you use “placenta” in a sentence?
Here is “placenta” used in a sentence: “The placenta is delivered shortly after the baby is born.”
What part of speech is “placenta”?
“Placenta” is a noun.
Where does the word “placenta” come from?
The word “placenta” comes from Latin. From Latin placenta, "flat cake," describing the organ's flattened, round shape.