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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

embryo

/ˈɛmbriːəʊ/ noun · British & US
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What does embryo mean?

noun

The early stage of development of a living organism, especially a human being, from fertilization to birth. A small, developing organism in its early stages of growth.

Example

"The embryo was carefully examined by the doctor to check for any abnormalities."

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