Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gonad
noun
ˈɡoʊ.næd
Definition
A gonad is a reproductive organ that produces gametes, which are the cells involved in sexual reproduction.
Examples
- The ovaries are the female gonads, producing eggs and hormones.
- The testes are the male gonads, responsible for sperm production.
- During puberty, gonads begin to mature and produce hormones that trigger physical development.
Meaning
In simpler terms, gonads are the organs in the body responsible for making the eggs in females and the sperm in males.
Synonyms
- Reproductive gland
- Sex gland
- Germinal tissue
