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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

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