Meaning of trophoblast in English

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1. Noun

   trophoblast

   Definitions

   1. the membrane that forms the wall of the blastocyst in early development

   Examples

   • « aids implantation in the uterine wall »
   • « after implantation of the blastocyst in the uterine wall the trophoblast divides into two layers, the chorion and the placenta »