amphigastrula
|am-phi-gas-tru-la|
C2
/ˌæm.fɪˈɡæs.trə.lə/
embryonic stage
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amphigastrula' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'amphi-' meaning 'both' and 'gastrula' referring to an embryonic stage.
Historical Evolution
'Amphigastrula' was directly borrowed from Greek scientific terminology into modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a specific embryonic stage, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a stage in the development of some embryos, characterized by the presence of both endoderm and ectoderm layers.
The amphigastrula stage is crucial for the differentiation of tissues.
Last updated: 2025/07/21 22:06