Definition of Amniotic fluid

1. Noun. The serous fluid in which the embryo is suspended inside the amnion. "Before a woman gives birth her waters break"

Exact synonyms: Amnionic Fluid, Waters
Generic synonyms: Bodily Fluid, Body Fluid, Humor, Humour, Liquid Body Substance
Group relationships: Amniotic Cavity

Definition of Amniotic fluid

1. Noun. (zoology) : In placental mammals, a fluid contained within the amnion membrane that surrounds a developing embryo or fetus. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Medical Definition of Amniotic fluid

1. The fluid that surrounds the developing foetus within the amniotic sac. This environment cushions the baby from injury and plays an important role in foetal development. (05 Feb 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Amniotic Fluid

amnioscopes
amnioscopies
amnioscopy
amniota
amniote
amniotes
amniotic
amniotic amputation
amniotic band syndrome
amniotic cavity
amniotic corpuscle
amniotic duct
amniotic ectoderm
amniotic fluid (current term)
amniotic fluid embolism
amniotic fluid embolisms
amniotic fluid syndrome
amniotic fold
amniotic raphe
amniotic sac
amniotic sacs
amniotome
amniotomies
amniotomy
amobarbital
amobarbital sodium
amobarbitals
amock

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