gestation definition biology
Full Definition of GESTATION. 1. : the carrying of young in the uterus: pregnancy. 2. : conception and development especially in the mind. â gesÂ·taÂ·tionÂ·al \-shnÉl, -shÉ-nÉl\ adjective. See gestation defined for English-language learners.See gestation defined for kids.ADVERTISEMENT.ull Definition of GESTATION. 1. : the carrying of young in the uterus: pregnancy. 2. : conception and development especially in the mind. â gesÂ·taÂ·tionÂ·al \-shnÉl, -shÉ-nÉl\ adjective. See gestation defined for English-language learners. See gestation defined for kids. ADVERTISEMENT.