Definitions for: Morula


[n] a solid mass of blastomeres that forms when the zygote splits; develops into the blastula



Webster (1913) Definition: Mor"u*la, n.; pl. Morul[ae]. [NL., dim. of L. morum a
mulberry.] (Biol.)
The sphere or globular mass of cells (blastomeres), formed by
the clevage of the ovum or egg in the first stages of its
development; -- called also mulberry mass, {segmentation
sphere}, and blastosphere. See Segmentation.

See Also: conceptus, embryo, fertilized egg

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