amniotic fluid

noun

: the serous fluid in which the embryo or fetus is suspended within the amnion

Examples of amniotic fluid in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web And for farmers like Giles, who are extremely sensitive, even the fumes from manure, dander, and amniotic fluid can set off reactions. Sarah Zhang, The Atlantic, 7 Oct. 2024 When the amniotic fluid level is low, the fetus does not have enough room to grow and move. Carrie Madormo, Rn, Mph, Verywell Health, 27 Sep. 2024 This involves genetic tests like examining the amniotic fluid (the fluid surrounding the fetus in the womb) or a small placenta sample. Maggie Aime, Msn, Health, 20 Sep. 2024 The same organs impacted, plus now the liver and extremely low levels of amniotic fluid. Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 5 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for amniotic fluid 

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Word History

First Known Use

1809, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of amniotic fluid was in 1809

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“Amniotic fluid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/amniotic%20fluid. Accessed 30 Oct. 2024.

Medical Definition

amniotic fluid

noun
: the serous fluid in which the embryo and fetus is suspended within the amnion

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