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conjoined twin

/kənˈdʒɔɪnd twɪn/

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/kənˈdʒɔɪnd twɪn/B2formalmedical
  • ruОдин из двух людей, которые физически соединены при рождении, разделяя некоторые части тела или органы. Этот термин предпочтительнее устаревшего 'сиамские близнецы' для точности и деликатности.

One of two individuals who are physically connected at birth, sharing some body parts or organs. The term is preferred over the outdated 'Siamese twins' for accuracy and sensitivity.

  1. Physically connected twinsB2formal

    Identical twins whose bodies are joined together at birth, typically sharing some organs or body parts.

    ruСиамские близнецы

    • The conjoined twins were successfully separated after a complex surgery.
    • Conjoined twins occur when a fertilized egg splits incompletely.
    • The doctors carefully studied the anatomy of the conjoined twins before the operation.