uterus
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/ˈjuː.t̬ɚ.əs/
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/ˈjuː.tər.əs/
female reproductive organ
Etymology
Etymology Information
'uterus' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'uterus', where 'uterus' meant 'womb'.
Historical Evolution
'uterus' changed from the Latin word 'uterus' and has remained largely unchanged in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'womb', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the organ in female mammals where offspring are conceived and in which they gestate before birth; the womb.
The doctor explained the function of the uterus during the pregnancy.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/12 04:36