blastopore

noun

blas·​to·​pore ˈbla-stə-ˌpȯr How to pronounce blastopore (audio)
: the opening of the archenteron
blastoporic adjective

Word History

First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of blastopore was in 1875

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Cite this Entry

“Blastopore.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blastopore. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

Medical Definition

blastopore

noun
: the opening of the archenteron
blastoporal adjective
or blastoporic

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