ovary
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for ovary, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A reproductive organ in females that produces eggs and, in mammals, hormones such as estrogen.
Synonyms
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Etymology
From New Latin ovarium, ultimately from Latin ovum, "egg."
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What does “ovary” mean?
The word “ovary” means a reproductive organ in females that produces eggs and, in mammals, hormones such as estrogen. In plain terms, the egg-producing organ in females (or, in plants, the part of a flower that becomes fruit).
How do you pronounce “ovary”?
“Ovary” is pronounced OH-vuh-ree (/ˈoʊvəɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “ovary” in a sentence?
Here is “ovary” used in a sentence: “After pollination, the ovary of the flower swells into a fruit.”
What is another word for “ovary”?
Words with a similar meaning to “ovary” include ovarium.
What part of speech is “ovary”?
“Ovary” is a noun.
Where does the word “ovary” come from?
The word “ovary” comes from New Latin. From New Latin ovarium, ultimately from Latin ovum, "egg.".
How many meanings does “ovary” have?
“Ovary” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a reproductive organ in females that produces eggs and, in mammals, hormones such as estrogen.