metoestrus

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A form of metestrus — A phase of the oestrus cycle where the signs of oestrogen stimulation subside, the corpus luteum starts to form, and the uterine lining begins to secrete small amounts of progesterone.

Scrabble 12

Meanings

nounmetoestrus (uncountable)
  1. alternativeuncountableAlternative form of metestrus.
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