oogamy

/ˈuːɡəmi/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of reproductive strategy where an organism has two or more different types of gametes.

“Some plants exhibit oogamy, resulting in a higher chance of genetic diversity.”

2. biology

A type of sexual reproduction where the male and female gametes are different and non-motile.

“Oogamy is a form of sexual reproduction seen in many plant species.”

Synonyms

  • anisogamy
  • heterogamy

Antonyms

  • isogamy