Also Known As:
Womb.
Definition:
Female reproductive organ that weighs about 2-3 ounces and is about the size of a small woman's fist prior to pregnancy. During pregnancy this organ becomes 10 by 14 inches and weighs in at about 2-3 pounds. This is where a normal pregnancy takes place.
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