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Definition of intrauterine
intrauterine
/ˌɪn.tɹəˈjuː.tə.ɹɪn/
in · tra · u · ter · ine
intrauterine Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
12
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
5
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• adjective
1
Situated, occurring, or used within the uterus.
Example
"The obstetrician monitored the fetus closely to ensure healthy intrauterine development."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Coined in the mid-19th century as a medical term combining the Latin prefix 'intra-' (meaning 'within') with 'uterus' (meaning 'womb') and the adjectival suffix '-ine'.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Intrauterine. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/intrauterine