amniotic cavity

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amniotic cavity - the fluid-filled cavity that surrounds the developing embryo

bodily cavity, cavum, cavity - (anatomy) a natural hollow or sinus within the body

amnionic fluid, amniotic fluid, waters - the serous fluid in which the embryo is suspended inside the amnion; "before a woman gives birth her waters break"

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