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gestation

noun

/dʒɛˈsteɪʃən/

Meaning

the process of carrying or being carried in the womb between conception and birth; the development of an idea or plan

The gestation period of an elephant is nearly two years.

pregnancy, incubation, development, formation

birth, termination

gestation period, long gestation, gestation process, during gestation

A great difference or inequality; lack of equality or similarity between things being compared.

Lack of proper nutrition, caused by not having enough to eat, not eating enough of the right things,...

a decorative chain worn around the waist as jewelry or ornamentation

The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.

A firm, flexible connective tissue found in various parts of the body such as joints, ear, and nose.

A person's manner of walking.