Ovary

Pronunciation: /ˈoʊˌveri/

Definitions of ovary

noun a female reproductive organ in which ova or eggs are produced

Example Sentences

A1 The ovary is the female reproductive organ where eggs are produced.

A2 The doctor found a cyst on her ovary during the ultrasound.

B1 Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder among women.

B2 The surgeon removed her ovary due to a large tumor found during surgery.

C1 Ovarian cancer is a serious disease that often goes undetected until later stages.

C2 Research is ongoing to better understand the role of the ovary in hormone regulation.

Examples of ovary in a Sentence

formal The ovary is the female reproductive organ that produces eggs.

informal I heard she's having surgery to remove a cyst from her ovary.

slang I can't believe she's pregnant again, her ovaries must be working overtime!

figurative Her creativity is like a blooming garden, each idea a new flower in her ovary.

Grammatical Forms of ovary

• plural: ovaries
• comparative: more ovary
• superlative: most ovary
• present tense: ovaries
• future tense: will ovary
• perfect tense: have ovary
• continuous tense: are ovarying
• singular: ovary
• positive degree: ovary
• infinitive: to ovary
• gerund: ovarying
• participle: ovaried

Origin and Evolution of ovary

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'ovary' originated from the Latin word 'ovarium' which means 'egg' or 'nut'.

Evolution of the word: Initially used in reference to the female reproductive organ that produces eggs, the term 'ovary' has evolved to encompass a broader understanding of its role in the reproductive system and overall health of individuals.