oogeny

/oʊˈɒdʒɪni/

Definitions

1. noun

The origin or source of ova, especially the reproductive cells of an egg-laying animal.

“The oogeny of a chicken is influenced by its genetic makeup and environmental factors.”

Synonyms

  • egg formation
  • ovogenesis

Antonyms

  • sperm formation
  • spermatogenesis