Definition

Relating to the process of egg cell development in female organisms.

Example

The oogenetic process is crucial for the formation of eggs in many species.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of the term oogenetic?

I think I’ve come across it in my biology class, but I’m not sure what it means.

It relates to the process of oogenesis, which is pretty interesting!

Oh right, that makes sense! It's fascinating how our bodies work.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Oogenetic is formed from "oo-" (from Greek "oon", meaning egg) and "genetic" (from Greek "genesis", meaning origin or creation). The word refers to the origin or development of eggs, particularly in the context of biology.

Memory Tip

Think of 'oo-' as relating to 'egg' in Greek, and 'genetic' as relating to 'origin' or 'creation'. This helps you remember that 'oogenetic' pertains to the development of eggs.

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