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Definition of Endometrium

1. Noun. (pregnancy) the mucous membrane that lines the uterus; thickens under hormonal control and (if pregnancy does not occur) is shed in menstruation; if pregnancy occurs it is shed along with the placenta at parturition.

Definition of Endometrium

1. n. The membrane lining the inner surface of the uterus, or womb.

Definition of Endometrium

1. Noun. the mucous membrane that lines the uterus in mammals and in which fertilized eggs are implanted ¹

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Definition of Endometrium

1. [n -TRIA]

Medical Definition of Endometrium

1. The tissue lining the uterus, it is sloughed off during the woman's menstrual period, and afterward grows back and slowly gets thicker and thicker until the next period. (07 Apr 1998)

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