Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
utero
noun
/ˈjuː.t̬ə.roʊ/
Definition
The part of the female reproductive system where a fetus develops during pregnancy.
Examples
- The doctor explained that the fetus grows inside the utero during pregnancy.
- In some animals, the development in utero can vary significantly from that of humans.
Meaning
Utero refers to the uterus, an essential organ in reproduction that nurtures the developing baby.
Synonyms
- Womb
- Uterus
- Matrix