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Meaning of
placenta
in English
placenta
us
//pləˈsɛntə//
uk
//ˈplæs.ə.nə//
#uncommon
Plural
placentas
Definitions
Noun
a
mammalian
organ
supplying
nutrients
;
removing
waste
The
placenta
plays
a
crucial
role
in
providing
oxygen
to
the
fetus
.
a
temporary
vascular
structure
;
supporting
fetal
development
The
doctor
explained
that
the
placenta
supports
the
fetus
during
pregnancy
.
a
uterine
organ
;
linking
mother
to
fetus
The
placenta
connects
the
mother's
bloodstream
to
the
fetus
.