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.”

Synonyms

  • egg sac
  • sponge sac

Antonyms

  • reproductive organ