Embryonic Meaning
/ˈɛm.bɹi.ɒn.ɪk/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
adjOf or relating to an embryo.
adjOf a project, etc: very new and still evolving; yet to reach its full potential.
Sentence Examples
The neural crest is found in embryonic structures.
Bruno was in the embryonic chamber.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The company's ____ marketing plan still needs many details and approval.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The project is still in its ____ stage and needs more work.
Word Origin & History
From New Latin embryonicus.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"We are also to see the green-lighting of some much overdue reform of fares and ticketing, even if it's still embryonic and to be trialled on part or the network."
— 2023 February 22, Sir Michael Holden, “Comment: A farewell to micro-management”, in RAIL, number 977, page 3:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The company's ____ marketing plan still needs many details and approval.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The project is still in its ____ stage and needs more work.