Definitions

1. noun

The female reproductive cells or egg cells in animals, especially birds and reptiles.

“The biologist examined the ova under a microscope to study their development.”

2. noun

A single egg cell or ovum.

“The doctor collected the ova from the patient’s ovary for fertilization purposes.”

3. noun

A type of ovarian tumor that produces egg cells.

“The patient was diagnosed with a malignant ova in her ovary.”

4. noun

A type of ovarian cyst that contains egg cells.

“The doctor removed the ova from the patient’s ovary to prevent further complications.”