/ˌspɛrməˈtɪzəm/ (SPER-muh-TIZ-uhm)

Definitions

1. noun

The theory that the male germ cells, or sperm, are the primary agents in the fertilization process, and that the female germ cells are merely passive recipients.

“The scientist’s concept of spermatism was widely criticized in the academic community for its biased perspective.”