monoecious Definition
having both male and female reproductive organs in the same individual organism.
Using monoecious: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "monoecious" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The monoecious plant can self-pollinate.
Example
Monoecious animals include some fish, reptiles, and amphibians.
Origins of monoecious
from Greek 'monos' meaning 'single' and 'oikos' meaning 'house'
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Summary: monoecious in Brief
The term 'monoecious' [muh-noh-ee-shuhs] describes an organism that has both male and female reproductive organs. This applies to plants such as those that can self-pollinate, as well as certain fish, reptiles, and amphibians.
