Protandrogonous
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˌpɹoʊ.tænˈdɹɑɡ.ən.əs/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Protandrogonous is an adjective meaning (nematology) Referring to female forms of certain nematodes (Strongyloides stercoralis), in which male reproductive organs develop and disappear before female reproductive organs develop.
Meaning
(nematology) Referring to female forms of certain nematodes (Strongyloides stercoralis), in which male reproductive organs develop and disappear before female reproductive organs develop.
Word Forms
- protoandrogonous
- proto-androgonous
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include protandrous, protogynous, telogonic, proterogynous, hologonic, proterandric.
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