ovary

//ˈoʊ.və.ri//
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Noun

ovarySingular
ovariesPlural
1

A female reproductive organ in which eggs are produced, present in humans and other vertebrates as a pair.

The ovaries produce eggs and hormones.

2

The hollow base of the carpel of a flower, containing one or more ovules.

The ovary of the flower develops into a fruit after fertilization.

Synonym

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