opodidymus

/ˌoʊpəˈdɪdɪməs/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fossilized reproductive organ, specifically a male copulatory organ found in some invertebrates, such as certain species of worms.

“The paleontologist carefully examined the opodidymus of the ancient worm fossil.”

Synonyms

  • copulatory organ
  • male reproductive organ

Antonyms

  • female reproductive organ
  • ovary