oviductal

/ɒvɪˈdʌktəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling the oviducts, which are the tubes through which eggs pass from the ovaries to the uterus in female animals, especially birds and reptiles.

“The oviductal system in birds plays a vital role in egg-laying.”

2. noun

a structure or part of an organism that is related to the oviducts.

“The oviductal tissue in the chicken’s reproductive system was studied by scientists.”

Synonyms

  • genital
  • oviductal
  • reproductive

Antonyms

  • infertile
  • sterile