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Foetus

Similar term(s): fetus.

Definition:

The embryo is referred to as a foetus after it has reached a certain stage of organ development (in humans this is eight weeks after conception).

Source: CSIRO Glossary of terms 

Translation(s):

Deutsch: Fötus
Español: Feto
Français: Foetus

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