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Superfetation

The formation of a fetus at the result of an impregnation occurring after another impregnation but before the birth of the offspring produced by it. This is possible only when there is a double uterus, or where menstruation persists up to the time of the second impregnation.

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Fecundation 76% connected

The act by which, either in animals or plants, material prepared by the generative organs the female organism is brought in contact with matter from…

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Fertilization 76% connected

The act or process of rendering fertile.

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Impregnation 76% connected

The act of impregnating or the state of being impregnated; fecundation.

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Superfetate 74% connected

To conceive after a prior conception, but before the birth of the offspring.

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Superfetate 74% connected

To conceive after a prior conception, but before the birth of the offspring.

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