Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
archenteron
noun
/ˌɑːrkənˈtɛrən/
Definition
The archenteron is the primitive gut of an embryo formed during the process of gastrulation, which later develops into the digestive tract of the organism.
Examples
- The archenteron begins to form after the embryo has undergone gastrulation.
- In many organisms, the archenteron is lined with endoderm, which contributes to the development of the gut.
Meaning
It refers to the early stage of the digestive system in an embryo that will eventually evolve into the gastrointestinal tract.
Synonyms
- Primitive gut
- Embryonic gut
- Gastric cavity
