foetal

See also: fötal and fœtal

English

Etymology

From foetus +‎ -al, the former from Latin foetus, alternative form of fētus, and the latter from Latin -alis.

Adjective

foetal (not comparable)

1. (chiefly British, alternative in Canada) Alternative spelling of fetal

Usage notes

The form fetal is preferred in North America and in the scientific community, whereas foetal is still commonly used in UK medical schools, hospitals and Commonwealth nations.

Anagrams

• folate, of late