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womb

2 ENTRIES FOUND:

womb

noun \ˈwüm\

Definition of WOMB

1
: uterus
2
a : a cavity or space that resembles a womb in containing and enveloping b : a place where something is generated
wombed \ˈwümd\ adjective

Origin of WOMB

Middle English wamb, womb, from Old English; akin to Old High German wamba belly
First Known Use: before 12th century

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