Epembryonic

/ˌɛp.ɛmˈbri.ɒn.ɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or occurring after the embryonic stage of development, especially in the later stages of fetal growth or early development.

Etymology

From Greek 'epi' (after, upon) + 'embryonic' (relating to an embryo). This medical term emerged in the 19th century to distinguish later developmental stages.

Kelly Says

Epembryonic development is when the embryo starts looking more human—fingers separate, eyes open, and the brain develops way more complexity than you'd expect!

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