amnion
🇺🇸
/ˈæmniɑːn/
🇬🇧
/ˈæmniən/
noun
R
A thin protective layer around a developing baby in the womb.
The amnion is crucial for the baby's development as it provides a cushioned environment.
translation
A thin protective layer around a developing baby in the womb.
Word Forms
Plural
amnia