What is another word for primordia?
Pronunciation: [pɹɪmˈɔːdi͡ə] (IPA) 
Primordia is a term used in biology to refer to the earliest stage of development of an organism. Synonyms for primordia include rudiment, embryo, germ, beginning, and inception. Other synonyms include foundation, outset, genesis, and starting point. In different contexts, primordia may also be referred to as nascent, incipient, or initial stages. These words are often used interchangeably to describe the beginning stages of something, such as the formation of an idea, the start of a process, or the growth of a plant or animal. Regardless of the context, these synonyms all convey the idea of something that has just begun to take shape.
