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Definition of Implantation
1. Noun. (embryology) the organic process whereby a fertilized egg becomes implanted in the lining of the uterus of placental mammals.
Category relationships: Embryology
Generic synonyms: Biological Process, Organic Process
Derivative terms: Implant
2. Noun. The act of planting or setting in the ground.
Derivative terms: Implant
3. Noun. A surgical procedure that places something in the human body. "The implantation of radioactive pellets in the prostate gland"
Derivative terms: Implant
Definition of Implantation
1. n. The act or process of implanting.
Definition of Implantation
1. Noun. (anatomy) The way in which an organ, bone, muscle etc. becomes inserted into its set place. ¹
2. Noun. Planting; securing a plant etc. into the ground. ¹
3. Noun. The introduction of a notion, idea or thought into someone's mind. ¹
4. Noun. (surgery) The act of inserting a medical implant. ¹
5. Noun. (embryology) The attachment of the fertilized ovum to the uterus wall. ¹
6. Noun. (physics) The insertion of ions into the crystal structure of another material through ion bombardment. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Implantation
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Medical Definition of Implantation
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