Ovary
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈəʊvəɹi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Ovary is a noun meaning (botany) The lower part of a pistil or carpel that bears ovules and ripens into fruit.
Meaning
(botany) The lower part of a pistil or carpel that bears ovules and ripens into fruit.
More Meanings
- (anatomy) A female reproductive organ, often paired, that produces ova in most animals, and in mammals, secretes the hormones estrogen and progesterone.
Example Sentences
The male testicles are homologous to the female ovaries.
Word Forms
- ovaries
Synonyms for ovary
Depending on context, synonyms include ovarium.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ovarian, oophoron, locular, bilocular, bilobed, stipitate.
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