Embryological

usgb/ˌembriəˈlɑːdʒɪkl/
adjective

Related to the study or process of the formation and development of an embryo.

The embryological development of the heart is complex and fascinating.
Visual representation of "embryological" - Related to the study or process of the formation and development of an embryo.

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  • embryological development
  • embryological studies

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Scientific Term

Used in biology or medicine, especially when discussing early stages of organism development.

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Scientists conducted embryological evaluations to understand the defect.
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Formal Context

It appears in academic and specialized texts, not in everyday conversation.

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Her thesis explores embryological changes in marine life.
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Precision Required

Use 'embryological' to refer specifically to embryos, not to be confused with 'biological' or 'genetic.'

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Embryological evidence supported the new classification of the species.
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