01 n. The vascular appendage which connects the fetus with the parent, and is cast off in parturition with the afterbirth.
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Placentæ, Placentas ((#))
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The vascular appendage which connects the fetus with the parent, and is cast off in parturition with the afterbirth.(Anat.)
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The part of a pistil or fruit to which the ovules or seeds are attached.(Bot.)