Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
uteri
Noun
/ˈjuː.tə.raɪ/
Definition
The plural form of uterus, referring to the muscular organ in females where offspring are gestated.
Examples
- The human female has two uteri in some rare medical conditions.
- In mammals, the uteri are crucial for fetal development.
Meaning
Uteri are the structures in female mammals that play a critical role in reproduction, hosting and nourishing a developing fetus during pregnancy.
Synonyms
- wombs
- female reproductive organs
