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archegonial

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˌɑːrkɪˈɡoʊniəl/

KK: /ɑrˈkɛɡənɪəl/

adjective
Definition

Connected to the female reproductive structure in certain plants, where eggs are produced.


Example

The archegonial structure is essential for the reproduction of mosses.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you know that some plants have archegonial structures for reproduction?
Sloth B
Really? I had no idea plants could be so complex.
Sloth A
Yeah, it's fascinating how archegonial features play a role in their life cycle.
Sloth B
Nature is amazing! I love learning about these little details.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
female
reproductive
ovule
Antonyms
male
sterile
barren
Root Explanation

Archegonial → It is formed from "archegonium" (from Greek "archē" meaning beginning or origin and "gonium" meaning seed or reproductive organ) and the suffix "-al" (meaning pertaining to). The word "archegonial" refers to something that pertains to the archegonium, which is the female reproductive structure in certain plants.

Memory Tip

Think of 'beginning' ('archē') and 'seed' ('gonium') to remember that 'archegonial' relates to the female reproductive structure in plants.

Visually Confused Words
achenial
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