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GESTATION

(noun)
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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Gestation.

Gestation - as a noun

The period during which an embryo develops (about 266 days in humans)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gestation period

The state of being pregnant; the period from conception to birth when a woman carries a developing fetus in her uterus

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
maternitypregnancy
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
physical conditionphysiological conditionphysiological state
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The conception and development of an idea or plan

Example Sentences

"The gestation period for elephants is around 22 months."
"The gestation period for humans is approximately 9 months."
"The gestation period for dogs is typically about 63 days."
"The scientists studied the gestation process in primates."
"The gestation of a rabbit lasts about 31 days."
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Word Game Points

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

GESTATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is GESTATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gestation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GESTATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is GESTATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gestation is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GESTATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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