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ovary

The correct spelling is ovary.

How to pronounce ovary

noun

IPA: /ˈəʊvəɹi/

Say it like: Ova-ree

The correct spelling is ovary. A female reproductive organ, often paired, that produces ova and in mammals secretes the hormones estrogen and progesterone. For example: "The male testicles are homologous to the female ovaries."

Usage Examples

The male testicles are homologous to the female ovaries.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A female reproductive organ, often paired, that produces ova and in mammals secretes the hormones estrogen and progesterone.
  2. 2.The lower part of a pistil or carpel that bears ovules and ripens into fruit.

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