conception
UK /kənˈsɛpʃən/ US /kənˈsɛpʃən/
noun 5
Definitions
noun
1
The act of conceiving.
2
The state of being conceived; the beginning.
3
The fertilization of an ovum by a sperm to form a zygote.
Some powers diuine, or els infernall, mixt Their angry ſeedes at his conception: For he was neuer ſprong of humaine race, Since with the ſpirit of his fearefull pride, He dares so doubtleſly reſolue of rule.
4
The start of pregnancy.
5
The formation of a conceptus or an implanted embryo.
Your note
not saved0 chars