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Ovarian: meaning, definitions and examples

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ovarian

 

[ əˈvɛr.i.ən ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

anatomy, medicine

The term 'ovarian' refers to anything related to the ovaries, which are the reproductive organs in females that produce eggs and hormones. These organs play a crucial role in the female reproductive system and are essential for reproduction and the regulation of the menstrual cycle. Dysfunction of the ovaries can lead to various health issues, including hormonal imbalances and fertility problems.

Synonyms

female reproductive, gonadal

Examples of usage

  • Ovarian cancer is a serious health concern for women.
  • Ovarian follicles are essential for egg development.
  • The doctor explained the ovarian reserve to the patient.

Translations

Translations of the word "ovarian" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ovariano

🇮🇳 अंडाशयीय

🇩🇪 eierstock-

🇮🇩 ovarium

🇺🇦 яєчниковий

🇵🇱 jajnikowy

🇯🇵 卵巣の

🇫🇷 ovarien

🇪🇸 ovárico

🇹🇷 overian

🇰🇷 난소의

🇸🇦 مبيضية

🇨🇿 vaječníkový

🇸🇰 vaječníkový

🇨🇳 卵巢的

🇸🇮 jajčni

🇮🇸 eggjastokkur

🇰🇿 яйцеклетка

🇬🇪 საშვილოსნოს

🇦🇿 yumurtalıq

🇲🇽 ovárico

Word origin

The term 'ovarian' originates from the Latin word 'ovarium', which means 'egg'. The word has been in use in the English language since the early 19th century, primarily in medical contexts. It was formed by combining 'ovum', meaning egg, with the suffix '-arian', which is used to form adjectives indicating a relationship. Ovaries are crucial components of the female endocrine system, and the study of ovarian function has significant implications in both gynecology and endocrinology. As research on female reproductive health has evolved, the term 'ovarian' has gained prominence in discussions about reproductive health, fertility treatments, and conditions like polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and ovarian cancer.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,435, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.