germband

English

noun
Definitions
  • (embryology) The band of germ layers that forms on the ventral side of the embryo during gastrulation in insects.

Etymology

Compound from English germ + English band (swaddling clothes).

Origin

English

band

Gloss

swaddling clothes

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