ovigerous Definition
carrying or bearing eggs.
Using ovigerous: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ovigerous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The ovigerous female crab carries her eggs on her abdomen.
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The ovigerous spider was carefully moved to a new location to protect her eggs.
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The ovigerous shrimp releases her eggs into the water for fertilization.
ovigerous Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for ovigerous
- gravid
- egg-bearing
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Summary: ovigerous in Brief
'Ovigerous' [oh-vij-er-uhs] is an adjective that describes something that is carrying or bearing eggs. It is often used to describe female animals such as crabs, spiders, and shrimp. For example, 'The ovigerous female crab carries her eggs on her abdomen.'
