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EMBRYO

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Embryo.

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Embryo - as a noun

(botany) a minute rudimentary plant contained within a seed or an archegonium

An animal organism in the early stages of growth and differentiation that in higher forms merge into fetal stages but in lower forms terminate in commencement of larval life

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
conceptusfertilized egg
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
animalanimate beingbeastbrutecreaturefauna
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The embryo develops from a fertilized egg."
"The doctor examined the embryo using ultrasound."
"The embryo implants itself in the uterine lining."
"Researchers are studying genetic defects in embryos."
"The embryo undergoes significant changes during its development."
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Word Game Points

Is EMBRYO a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, embryo is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

EMBRYO has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is EMBRYO a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, embryo is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EMBRYO has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is EMBRYO a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, embryo is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EMBRYO has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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