Epibolies

/ˌɛpɪˈboʊliz/ noun

Definition

Plural of epibole; multiple instances or examples of embryonic covering movements.

Etymology

Standard English plural of epibole using the -ies ending.

Kelly Says

When comparing development across different animal species, scientists observe how different epibolies occur at different speeds and patterns.

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