Umbilical (Noun)
Meaning
Membranous duct connecting the fetus with the placenta.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The umbilical cord, a vital source of oxygen and nutrients for the fetus, is severed after birth.
- As the fetus develops, it receives essential nutrients from the mother via the umbilical cord.
- Complications in a pregnancy can sometimes arise when the umbilical cord becomes tangled or compressed.
- Ultrasound imagery can reveal the position of the umbilical cord and detect any potential issues early on.
- The umbilical cord falls off about a week after birth, leaving a small scar where it was once attached.