Definition

Relating to the early stages of sperm cell development in male organisms.

Example

The spermatogonial cells are crucial for the production of sperm in males.

Conversation

Did you read that article about spermatogonial stem cells?

Yeah, it was fascinating how they can develop into sperm cells.

I never knew they played such an important role in reproduction.

Me neither! Science keeps surprising me with its discoveries.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Spermatogonial → It is formed from "sperma" (from Greek "σπέρμα", meaning seed) and "gonos" (from Greek "γόνος", meaning offspring or generation) combined with the suffix "-ial" (meaning relating to). The word refers to something that is related to the generation of sperm or seed.

Memory Tip

Think of 'seed' ('sperma') and 'generation' ('gonos') to remember that 'spermatogonial' relates to the generation of sperm.

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