Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
parous
Adjective
/ˈpær.əs/
Definition
Having or producing offspring; relating to giving birth.
Examples
- The parous female had a litter of healthy pups.
- In the animal kingdom, parous species often show varying reproductive strategies.
Meaning
The term ‘parous’ is often used in biological contexts to describe organisms that reproduce or have produced young ones.
Synonyms
- Fertile
- Reproductive
- Prolific
