Fetal
(adjective)
- Relating to or affecting a fetus.
- Of or in the stage of development of a fetus.
Origin:
Fetal (adj) late 16th century: from latin foetus, literally "offspring", from foedus "offspring".
Examples:
- Fetal development occurs during pregnancy.
- Fetal heart rate is monitored during labor.
- Fetal alcohol syndrome is a condition caused by alcohol consumption during pregnancy.
- Fetal position is a position used for comfort and relaxation.
- Fetal monitoring is used to track the baby's well-being during labor.