genitor

/dʒɛnɪtɔr/

Definitions

1. noun

A male parent, especially a father.

“The genitor of the child was present in court during the custody hearing.”

2. noun

In biology, the father of an individual, especially of an animal.

“The genitor of the zygote was identified through DNA analysis.”

Synonyms

  • father
  • parent

Antonyms

  • non-parent
  • sterile organism