Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gameto

Noun

/ɡæˈmiːtoʊ/

Definition

A gameto is a type of gamete, which refers to a reproductive cell involved in sexual reproduction.

Examples

The gameto from the female combines with the male gamete during fertilization.
Understanding the role of the gameto is crucial in studies of genetic inheritance.
Researchers often investigate gameto formation in various organisms.

Meaning

Typically, gametes are the female and male sex cells that combine during fertilization to form a new organism. In the context of gameto, it may refer to a singular or specific aspect of gametes.