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ovum

[ˈəʊvəm]

ovum Definition

a mature female reproductive cell, especially of a human or other animal, which can divide to give rise to an embryo usually only after fertilization by a male cell.

Using ovum: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ovum" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The ovum is released from the ovary during ovulation.

  • Example

    Fertilization of the ovum occurs in the fallopian tube.

  • Example

    The sperm penetrates the ovum to form a zygote.

ovum Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for ovum

Phrases with ovum

  • an ovum that is fully developed and ready for fertilization

    Example

    During ovulation, a mature ovum is released from the ovary.

  • an ovum that has not been fertilized by a sperm cell

    Example

    If the ovum is not fertilized, it will be expelled from the body during menstruation.

  • the process of donating eggs for use in assisted reproduction

    Example

    She underwent ovum donation to help a couple struggling with infertility.

Origins of ovum

from Latin 'ovum', meaning 'egg'

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Summary: ovum in Brief

'Ovum' [ˈəʊvəm] refers to a mature female reproductive cell that can give rise to an embryo after fertilization. It is released from the ovary during ovulation and fertilized in the fallopian tube. 'Ovum' extends into phrases like 'mature ovum,' and 'unfertilized ovum,' and 'ovum donation,' denoting the process of donating eggs for use in assisted reproduction.

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