Definition

The study of how living organisms develop from a single cell into a complex structure, focusing on the early stages of growth and formation.

Example

Embryology is essential for understanding how different species develop before birth.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new course on embryology at the university?

Yeah, I saw the flyer! It sounds really interesting.

I think learning about embryology could help in understanding how life develops.

Absolutely! It's fascinating to see how organisms grow from such tiny beginnings.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Embryology → It is formed from "embryon" (from Greek "embryon", meaning a developing organism) and "-logia" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or discourse). The word "embryology" refers to the study of the development of embryos.

Memory Tip

Think of 'embryon' as the developing organism and '-logia' as the study of it — that's why embryology means the study of embryos.

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