What does UTERI mean?

Uteri

1. Parts of Speech: Noun, plural

2. Definitions: The plural form of the noun "uterus," which is the female reproductive organ that holds and nourishes a developing fetus.

3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈjuːtəraɪ/, UK: /ˈjuːtəriː/

4. Origin and Usage: The word "uterus" comes from the Latin word "uterus," meaning "womb." The plural form "uteri" is used in medical contexts to refer to multiple uteruses, which can occur in some animals such as rabbits and rodents. In humans, the plural form is used in rare cases of uterine malformations.

5. Synonyms: None

6. Related Words: None

7. Example Sentences:

• During pregnancy, the uteri expand to accommodate the growing fetus.
• In some species, such as rabbits, females have two uteri.
• The patients condition was complicated by a rare uterine abnormality that resulted in two uteri.