epiblast

(epi blast′)

noun

the outer layer of cells of an embryo

Origin: epi- + -blast

See epiblast in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
The outer layer of a blastula that gives rise to the ectoderm after gastrulation.

Related Forms:

  • epˌi·blasˈtic adjective

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