gonotheca
/ɡoʊnɒˈθiːkə/Definitions
1. noun
A type of freshwater sponge in the class Calcarea.
“The marine biologist studied the gonotheca’s unique structure and life cycle.”
2. noun
A sac or organ containing eggs in certain invertebrates, such as sponges and sea squirts.
“In the gonotheca of the sponge, the eggs develop and mature before being released.”