amniotic fluid

noun

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

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With amniotic fluids, prosthetic horns, and surreal dance sequences, Gaga pushed the viewer to accept beauty in all forms — especially in transhumanist imagery. Kristen S. Hé, Vulture, 25 Oct. 2024 There was a heartbeat, but the fetus was very underdeveloped and there was very little amniotic fluid. Kristen Jordan Shamus, Detroit Free Press, 30 Sep. 2024 And for farmers like Giles, who are extremely sensitive, even the fumes from manure, dander, and amniotic fluid can set off reactions. Sarah Zhang, The Atlantic, 7 Oct. 2024 When the amniotic fluid level is low, the fetus does not have enough room to grow and move. Carrie Madormo, Rn, Mph, Verywell Health, 27 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for amniotic fluid 

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 30 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

amniotic fluid

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

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