Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
feto
Noun
/ˈfeɪtoʊ/
Definition
A term used in biology and medicine referring to an unborn offspring in the later stages of development, specifically after the embryonic stage.
Examples
- The feto develops rapidly during the third trimester.
- Doctors monitor the health of the feto through ultrasounds.
Meaning
The term ‘feto’ is derived from Latin, used to describe the developing baby in the womb before birth, typically from the ninth week of pregnancy until birth.
Synonyms
- Embryo (earlier stage)
- Unborn child
- fetus