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placentation Definition

plac·en·ta·tion (plas′ən tā′s̸hən)

noun

  1. Anat., Zool.
    1. the formation or structure of a placenta
    2. the manner in which the placenta is attached to the uterus
  2. Bot. the manner in which the placentas are arranged in an ovary
placentation Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • poor: Insufficient trophoblast invasion, in contrast, results in poor placentation and problems in pregnancy such as pre-eclampsia and fetal growth restriction.

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  8. ‹ placement
  9. ‹ placemen
  10. ‹ placeman
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