Ovary: meaning, definitions and examples

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ovary

 

[ หˆoสŠvษ™ri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

biological term

The ovary is a reproductive organ found in female animals, including humans, that produces eggs (ova) and hormones such as estrogen and progesterone. In humans, ovaries are paired organs located in the pelvic cavity and play a crucial role in the menstrual cycle and fertility. Each ovary contains a finite number of follicles, each of which can develop into an egg. Ovaries also influence secondary sexual characteristics and overall reproductive health.

Synonyms

gland, reproductive organ

Examples of usage

  • The ovary releases an egg during ovulation.
  • Ovarian cancer can affect women's health significantly.
  • The doctor examined the patient's ovaries during the check-up.

Translations

Translations of the word "ovary" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ovรกrio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เค‚เคกเคพเคถเคฏ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Eierstock

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ indung telur

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั”ั‡ะฝะธะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ jajnik

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅตๅทฃ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ovaire

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ovar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yumurtalฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‚œ์†Œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ู…ุจูŠุถ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vajeฤnรญk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vajeฤnรญk

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅตๅทข

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ jajฤnik

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ eggjastokkur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะนะปะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒฅแƒ”แƒกแƒแƒ‘แƒ แƒ˜แƒ•แƒ˜ แƒฏแƒ˜แƒ แƒ™แƒ•แƒแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yumurtalฤฑq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ovar

Etymology

The term 'ovary' originates from the Latin word 'ovarium', meaning 'egg receptacle', derived from 'ovum', which means 'egg'. The concept of the ovary can be traced back to antiquity when early anatomists first identified the reproductive organs in female animals. The understanding of the ovary's function has evolved significantly over the centuries, with the discovery of its role in gamete production and hormonal regulation in the reproductive system. By the 19th century, more sophisticated studies and anatomical descriptions led to a deeper understanding of how ovaries functioned within the context of the menstrual cycle and overall female health. Today, the ovary is a crucial focus of research in areas like reproductive health, endocrinology, and oncology.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,118, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.