Superfetation
Definition of Superfetation
Su`per`fe`ta´tion
n.
1.
(Physiol.)
The
formation
of a
fetus
at the
result
of an
impregnation
occurring
after
another
impregnation
but
before
the
birth
of the
offspring
produced
by it. This is
possible
only when there is a
double
uterus
, or where
menstruation
persists
up to the time of the
second
impregnation
.
In then
became
a
superfetation
upon
, and not an
ingredient
in, the
national
character
.
- Coleridge.
Related Words
fecundation
,
fertilisation
,
fertilization
,
impregnation
,
superfetate
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