ovarian
|o-var-i-an|
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/oʊˈvɛəriən/
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/əʊˈvɛəriən/
related to ovaries
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ovarian' originates from the Latin word 'ovarium,' where 'ovum' meant 'egg.'
Historical Evolution
'ovarium' transformed into the English word 'ovary,' and eventually became the adjective 'ovarian' to describe anything related to the ovary.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'related to eggs,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'related to the ovaries.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the ovaries, the female reproductive organs that produce eggs.
The ovarian cycle is crucial for female fertility.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/28 01:47