Uterus (noun)

The muscular and pear-shaped reproductive organ in female mammals, where a fertilized egg implants and develops into a fetus.

Origin:

Derived from the latin word "uterus" which means "womb".

Examples:

1. The uterus is an essential organ for human reproduction.
2. A woman's uterus expands during pregnancy to accommodate the growing fetus.
3. Uterine contractions help to push the baby out during childbirth.
4. The uterus is located in the pelvic region of the body.
5. Uterine cancer is a type of cancer that affects the uterus.