amnionic
|am-ni-on-ic|
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/æmˈnaɪ.ɒn.ɪk/
related to the amnion
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amnionic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'amnion,' where 'amnos' meant 'lamb' or 'sacrificial animal.'
Historical Evolution
'amnion' transformed into the modern English word 'amnionic' to describe anything related to the amnion.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'related to the amnion,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the amnion, the innermost membrane that encloses the embryo of a mammal, bird, or reptile.
The amnionic fluid protects the developing fetus.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/18 20:36