androphore

/ˌændrəˈfɔr, ˌæn-/

Definitions

1. noun

A male gamete or sperm cell, especially of a plant.

“The plant’s androphore played a crucial role in reproduction.”

2. noun

In botany, a staminal column or a stamen that carries pollen in plants such as orchids.

“The orchid’s androphore was composed of numerous stamens.”

Synonyms

  • gamete
  • sperm

Antonyms

  • female gamete
  • ovule