perigonia

/pəˌrɪɡoʊˈniə/

Definitions

1. noun

A female genital organ in certain moths, especially in the family Hepialidae.

“The perigonia of the moth played a significant role in its mating rituals.”

2. noun

A type of chambered or sac-like organ in certain organisms, especially those with internal fertilization.

“The perigonia of the organism contained the fertilized eggs.”

Synonyms

  • genitalia
  • organ

Antonyms

  • abdomen
  • organs