Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

foeti

Noun
/ˈfiː.təs/ (plural: /ˈfiː.tiː/)
Definition
The plural form of fetus, referring to a developing human or animal in the later stages of development before birth.
Examples
  • During the ultrasound, the doctor pointed out the foeti developing in the womb.
  • The study focused on the health of foeti during the third trimester.
  • In examining the foeti, researchers noted remarkable differences in growth patterns.
Meaning
Foeti are the early stages of development for mammals, specifically in relation to the human developmental timeline, occurring after the embryonic phase and before being born.
Synonyms
  • Fetuses
  • Embryos (in earlier stages)
  • Gestating young