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conception
Biology the fertilization of an ovum by a sperm in the Fallopian tube followed by implantation in the womb conception [kən′sep·shən] (biology) Fertilization of an ovum by the sperm resulting in the formation of a viable zygote. (psychology) The mental process of forming ideas, especially abstract ideas. Conception a particular way of understanding or interpreting an object, phenomenon, or process; the basic viewpoint on an object, phenomenon, or process, or the principal idea used to elucidate them. The term “conception” is also used to denote the underlying idea or constructive principle in science, art, technology, or politics. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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