gestation
noun
Pronunciation: /dʒɛˈsteɪʃən/
Definition
The process of carrying an embryo or fetus inside the womb from conception to birth.
Examples
The gestation period for a domestic cat is typically around 65 days.
Stress during gestation can have long-term effects on the health of the offspring.
Researchers are studying how environmental toxins impact animals during their gestation.
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