allantois
noun /ə'læntoʊɪs/
- Definition
- the vascular fetal membrane that lies below the chorion and develops from the hindgut in many embryonic higher vertebrates (reptiles, birds and mammals)
- Example
- The word 'allantois' is often used in everyday conversation.
- Etymology
- No etymology available.
Quick Facts
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Vowels
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