fetoscopy

fe·tos·co·py

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [fee-tos-kuh-pee]
- /fiˈtɒs kə pi/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [fee-tos-kuh-pee]
- /fiˈtɒs kə pi/

Definitions of fetoscopy word

noun plural fetoscopy examination by means of a fetoscope. 1
noun fetoscopy An endoscopic procedure during pregnancy to allow access to the fetus, the amniotic cavity, the umbilical cord, and the fetal side of the placenta. 1
noun fetoscopy a procedure that permits observation of a fetus in the uterus 0

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Origin of fetoscopy

First appearance:

before 1970

One of the 2% newest English words

First recorded in 1970-75; fet(us) + -o- + -scopy

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Parts of speech for Fetoscopy

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fetoscopy popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 59% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 73% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

fetoscopy usage trend in Literature

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