First Known Use: 1886
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gametangium
noun gam·etan·gi·um \ˌga-mə-ˈtan-jē-əm\
plural gam·etan·gia\-jē-ə\
Definition of GAMETANGIUM
: a cell or organ (as of an alga, fern, or fungus) in which gametes are developed
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Origin of GAMETANGIUM
New Latin, from gamet- + Greek angeion vessel — more at angi-
Medical Dictionary
gametangium
noun gam·etan·gi·um \ˌgam-ə-ˈtan-jē-əm\
plural gam·etan·gia \-jē-ə\
Medical Definition of GAMETANGIUM
: a cell or organ in which gametes are developed
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