ovular

/ˈoʊvʊlər/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having or resembling an ovule, especially having an egg-shaped cell or a cell that develops into an ovule.

“The ovular shape of the seed helped it disperse in the wind.”

2. noun

A part of a cell or organism that is involved in the production of gametes, especially an ovule in a plant.

“The ovular structures in the plant were responsible for its reproduction.”

Synonyms

  • ovate
  • ovoid

Antonyms

  • barren
  • sterile