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In ovo
“In the egg.”
Scientific term
Translation
What does “In ovo” mean?
In ovo translates as “In the egg.”
A scientific term for something done inside an egg or embryo.
Origin
The story behind it
Biologists use it for experiments and vaccinations carried out in eggs, alongside in vitro and in vivo.
When to use it
Perfect for
It works as a caption, a card message, a tattoo idea, a motto for your desk or a print for your wall.
- Latin
- In ovo
- English
- In the egg.
- Source
- Scientific term
- Era
- Modern Latin
- Theme
- Growth
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