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Fetus

usgb/ˈfiːtəs/Volume
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Stage Specific

Use 'fetus' for development stages over eight weeks, before that it's called 'embryo'.

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The fetus is now the size of an orange.
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Medical Context

'Fetus' is often used by healthcare professionals to communicate about pregnancy.

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The fetus's heartbeat is strong and healthy.
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Technical Term

'Fetus' is a technical term; 'baby' might be used informally after birth.

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We saw our baby's fetus during the sonogram.
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