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placenta

/ˈplæsɛntə/ noun · British & US
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What does placenta mean?

noun

The organ that develops in the uterus during pregnancy, which provides oxygen and nutrients to the fetus and removes waste products. It is expelled from the body after childbirth.

Example

"The placenta is a vital organ that plays a crucial role in fetal development."

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