amniotic fluid

noun

: the serous fluid in which the embryo or fetus is suspended within the amnion

Examples of amniotic fluid in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Carrying twins comes with additional amniotic fluid and blood volume that adds an extra load to the placenta, which can trigger preterm labor. Kristin Myers, The Conversation, 4 June 2024 The sudden, dramatic gush of amniotic fluid immediately followed by the onset of regular intense contractions has become the default visual. Elizabeth Stein, Cnm, Parents, 7 June 2024 This procedure tests a small amount of amniotic fluid (the fluid surrounding the fetus) that’s removed with a small needle. Tiffany Eve Lawrence, Parents, 3 May 2024 So while there will not be blood, there will be poop, amniotic fluid, vaginal discharge and breast milk, sometimes literally all over the place. Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 16 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for amniotic fluid 

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Word History

First Known Use

1809, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of amniotic fluid was in 1809

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“Amniotic fluid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/amniotic%20fluid. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.

Medical Definition

amniotic fluid

noun
: the serous fluid in which the embryo and fetus is suspended within the amnion

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