noun

uterus

uterus, womb

The uterus is a major female reproductive organ.

The uterus is a major female reproductive organ.

the womb. The uterus is a major female reproductive organ.

Synonyms: womb.

Directly from Latin 'uterus', meaning 'womb'.

This is the formal, medical term. In everyday conversation, 'womb' is more common.

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