conception
/kənˈsɛpʃən/ · con·cep·tion
noun
- The act of conceiving. The couple's conception was a surprise to both of them.
- The state of being conceived; the beginning. The conception of the new project was met with excitement from the team.
- The fertilization of an ovum by a sperm to form a zygote. The conception of the embryo was a critical stage in its development.
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Did you know? The term 'conception' has been used in various contexts, including art, architecture, and philosophy, to describe the initial idea or concept behind a creation.