foetal

On the former hypothesis, for example, the teeth of the foetal 'Balaena' have a meaning; on the latter, none.

When in the foetal state these whales have numerous minute teeth lying in the dental groove of both upper and lower jaws.

Every stage of its foetal development is watched with feeling of settled repugnance.

He contracted himself, pulling legs and arms inward in a massive convulsion until at last he had assumed the foetal position.

She listened intently to the quick, light, foetal heartbeat for over a minute, and gradually a faraway gleam lighted her eyes.