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1. (n.) umbilical cord
a cordlike structure connecting the fetus with the placenta during pregnancy, conveying nourishment from the mother and removing wastes.
2. umbilical cord
a disconnectable cable or connection for servicing, operating, or testing equipment, as in a rocket or missile.
3. umbilical cord
a strong line that supplies air, communications, etc.
Etymology: (1745–55)
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1. (noun) umbilical cord, umbilical
membranous duct connecting the fetus with the placenta
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1. umbilical cord
The flexible rope-like structure that connects a developing FETUS to the PLACENTA in mammals. The cord contains blood vessels which carry oxygen and nutrients from the mother to the fetus and waste products away from the fetus.
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