Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ovarian
Adjective
/oʊˈvɛər.i.ən/
Definition
Relating to an ovary or ovaries.
Examples
- The ovarian follicles develop throughout a woman’s menstrual cycle.
- Doctors often monitor for ovarian cysts during routine exams.
- Ovarian cancer is a serious health concern that affects many women worldwide.
Meaning
The term ‘ovarian’ is used in medical and biological contexts to refer to anything associated with the ovaries, which are the reproductive organs in females responsible for producing eggs and hormones.
Synonyms
- Gonadal
- Reproductive
- Feminine
