anatiferous

ænætɪˈfɛrəs

Definitions

1. adjective

Producing or containing anate, or anate-like, structures; in biology, especially of ovaries containing egg-yolk or of certain plant structures.

“The anatiferous follicles in the ovaries were analyzed under a microscope.”

Synonyms

  • anate
  • oviferous

Antonyms

  • anoviferous
  • infertile