zoogamete

/zoʊɡəˈmiːt/

Definitions

1. noun

A cell, especially a sperm or egg cell, that has gamete formation inhibited by being isolated from the gonad.

“The study of zoogametes provided valuable insights into reproductive biology.”

2. noun

A reproductive cell that has been isolated from the gonad and can no longer undergo meiosis.

“The zoogamete of the plant had lost its ability to divide and multiply.”

Synonyms

  • isolated gamete
  • reproductive cell

Antonyms

  • fertilized egg
  • meiotically active cell