gamogony

/ˌɡæmoʊˈɡɒni/

Definitions

1. noun

A phase in the life cycle of certain organisms, specifically the gamete-producing stage in the life cycle of algae and fungi.

“Some species of algae undergo gamogony during their life cycle.”

Synonyms

  • gametogenesis
  • gametophyte

Antonyms

  • sporogony