foetal

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See also: fötal and fœtal

English

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Etymology

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From foetus +‎ -al, the former from Latin foetus, alternative form of fētus, and the latter from Latin -alis.

Adjective

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foetal (not comparable)

  1. (chiefly British, alternative in Canada) Alternative spelling of fetal

Usage notes

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The form fetal is preferred in North America and in the scientific community, whereas foetal is still commonly used in UK medical schools, hospitals and Commonwealth nations.

Anagrams

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