English dictionary
morula
/'m/O/r/U/l/@/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a solid mass of blastomeres that forms when the zygote splits; develops into the blastula
Source: WordNet 3.0
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The sphere or globular mass of cells (<i>blastomeres</i>), formed by the clevage of the ovum or egg in the first stages of its development; -- called also <i>mulberry mass</i>, <i>segmentation sphere</i>, and <i>blastosphere</i>. See <u>Segmentation</u>.
Source: webster1913