superfetation


su·per·fe·ta·tion

noun \-fē-ˈtā-shən\

Definition of SUPERFETATION

: a progressive accumulation or accretion reaching an excessive degree

Origin of SUPERFETATION

Medieval Latin superfetation-, superfetatio, from Latin superfetare to conceive while already pregnant, from super- + fetare to bear young, from fetus newly delivered — more at fetus
First Known Use: 1642

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