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Definition of Marsupium

1. Noun. An external abdominal pouch in most marsupials where newborn offspring are suckled.

Definition of Marsupium

1. n. The pouch, formed by a fold of the skin of the abdomen, in which marsupials carry their young; also, a pouch for similar use in other animals, as certain Crustacea.

Definition of Marsupium

1. an abdominal pouch of certain mammals [n -PIA]

Medical Definition of Marsupium

1. Origin: L, a pouch], The pouch, formed by a fold of the skin of the abdomen, in which marsupials carry their young; also, a pouch for similar use in other animals, as certain Crustacea. The pecten in the eye of birds and reptiles. See Pecten. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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