amniotic
adjective/ˌæmniˈɑtɪk/
Frequency rank: #18,631 most common English word
Meaning
relating to the amnion, the thin membrane and fluid surrounding an embryo or fetus.
Example sentence
The doctor examined the amniotic fluid to check for any abnormalities in the developing baby.
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