oothecae Definition
a capsule or egg case of certain insects, especially cockroaches and mantises, containing a number of eggs.
Using oothecae: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "oothecae" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The oothecae of the praying mantis is a protective covering for its eggs.
Example
Cockroaches deposit their eggs in an ootheca.
oothecae Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: oothecae in Brief
'Oothecae' [oh-thi-see] are capsules or egg cases that contain a number of eggs, typically found in insects like cockroaches and mantises. They serve as a protective covering for the eggs, as in 'The oothecae of the praying mantis is a protective covering for its eggs.' 'Oothecae' is a formal term for 'capsule' or 'egg case,' with no idiomatic or phraseological usage.
