gam·e·tan·gi·um (g m  -tn j - m)n. pl. gam·e·tan·gi·a (-j -) An organ or a cell in which gametes are produced. gam e·tangi·al (-l) adj. |
gametangium [ˌgæmɪˈtændʒɪəm]
n pl -gia [-dʒɪə]
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Botany) Biology an organ or cell in which gametes are produced, esp in algae and fungi
[New Latin, from gameto- + Greek angeion vessel]
gametangial adj
| gametangium (gm-tnj-m) Plural gametangia An organ or a cell in which gametes are produced, such as those of fungi, algae, mosses, and ferns. |
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Noun | 1. | gametangium - cell or organ in which gametes develop reproductive structure - the parts of a plant involved in its reproduction |
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