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Colostrum refers to a thin, yellowish fluid, high in protein and antibodies, secreted from the nipples at the end of pregnancy and during the first few days after delivery.

Column is a collection of cells having similar properties, arranged perpendicular to the laminae.

Coma is defined as extended period of unconsciousness, with a steady low level of brain activity It is also defined as loss of consciousness.

Comarital sex means consenting of married couples to exchange partners sexually.

A "combination" refers to the merging or integration of different elements, ideas, or factors to create a unified whole or a new perspective. The ability to combine various cognitive and emotional components plays a vital role in human thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and decision-making.

Combination birth control pill refers to an oral contraceptive containing synthetic estrogen and progesterone.
Combination pill refers to birth control pill that contains synthetic forms of both female sex hormones - the progesterone and estrogen
Combinatorial skills refer to the ability to perform mathematical operations, which includes addition, subtraction, and multiplication. These skills are acquired during the stage of concrete operational thought.