GESTATION
(noun)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Gestation.
Gestation - as a noun
The period during which an embryo develops (about 266 days in humans)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gestation periodThe state of being pregnant; the period from conception to birth when a woman carries a developing fetus in her uterus
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
maternity14pregnancy17Hypernyms (Closely Related)
physical conditionphysiological conditionphysiological stateHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The conception and development of an idea or plan
Example Sentences
"The gestation period for elephants is around 22 months."
"The gestation period for humans is approximately 9 months."
"The gestation period for dogs is typically about 63 days."
"The scientists studied the gestation process in primates."
"The gestation of a rabbit lasts about 31 days."
Word Game Points
Is GESTATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, gestation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
GESTATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is GESTATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gestation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordGESTATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is GESTATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gestation is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordGESTATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
