Pseudocopulation
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Pseudocopulation is a noun meaning (biology) Any of various processes, amongst diverse animals, in which male gametes are passed from one individual to another without sexual union.
Meaning
(biology) Any of various processes, amongst diverse animals, in which male gametes are passed from one individual to another without sexual union.
More Meanings
- (biology) The process by which an insect (such as a bee) attempts to mate with a flower (such as an orchid) that mimics a female insect, and in doing so pollinates the plant.
Word Forms
- pseudocopulations
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pseudogamy, copula, paedogamy, mating, cytogamy, pedogamy.
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