gonidiose

/ɡɒnɪˈdiːoʊs/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of gonidium, which is a reproductive cell or structure.

“The researcher studied the gonidiose of the freshwater sponge.”

2. adjective

Relating to or resembling a gonidium.

“The gonidiose nature of the cell structure was observed under the microscope.”

Synonyms

  • gonidial
  • gonidium-like

Antonyms

  • spermatozoon
  • sporozoan