noun

ovary

ovary

The ovary produces eggs and hormones.

The ovary produces eggs and hormones.

an ovary The doctor examined the patient's ovary.

Synonyms: none in common use

From Latin 'ovarium' (egg-holder), from 'ovum' meaning 'egg'.

Think of 'ova' (eggs) + '-ry' (a place for something). So, it's the 'place for eggs'.

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