Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fetus
Noun
/ˈfiːtəs/
Definition
An unborn offspring in the later stages of development, specifically from the eighth week after conception until birth.
Examples
- The doctor confirmed that she was carrying a healthy fetus.
- During the ultrasound, we could see the fetus moving.
- It’s important to take prenatal vitamins for the health of the fetus.
Meaning
The term refers to an unborn baby that is developing inside the womb.
Synonyms
- Embryo (in earlier stages)
- Unborn child
- Developing baby
