ovule

/ˈoʊjuːl/

Definitions

1. noun

the female reproductive cell in a plant, typically a small, compact structure that contains the egg cell and nourishment for the developing embryo.

“The ovules within the plant’s flower are responsible for fertilization and seed development.”

Synonyms

  • embryo sac
  • megaspore

Antonyms

  • microspore
  • pollen