adj
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embryonic
EHM-bree-on-ihk
Embryonic (adj) means relating to an embryo or its stage of development. Example: “Embryonic cells can develop into many different tissue types.”
adj
1
Relating to an embryo or its stage of development.
"Embryonic cells can develop into many different tissue types."
2
Very early in development; not yet fully formed.
"The project was still at an embryonic stage when funding was cut."
How to use embryonic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRelating to an embryo, or — more generally — describing something at a very early, undeveloped stage.
Common pairings
embryonic stage
embryonic development
still embryonic
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more embryonic
- Superlative
- most embryonic
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_____ cells can develop into many different tissue types.
Etymology
Comes from New Latin embryonicus.
Synonyms
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embryologic
embryotic
embryonal
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What does “embryonic” mean?
The word “embryonic” means relating to an embryo or its stage of development. In plain terms, relating to an embryo, or — more generally — describing something at a very early, undeveloped stage.
How do you pronounce “embryonic”?
“Embryonic” is pronounced EHM-bree-on-ihk (/ˈɛm.bɹi.ɒn.ɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “embryonic” in a sentence?
Here is “embryonic” used in a sentence: “Embryonic cells can develop into many different tissue types.”
What is another word for “embryonic”?
Words with a similar meaning to “embryonic” include embryonal.
What part of speech is “embryonic”?
“Embryonic” is an adjective.
Is “embryonic” a common word?
“Embryonic” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “embryonic” have?
“Embryonic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to an embryo or its stage of development.
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