gonad
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noun \ˈgō-ˌnad\Definition of GONAD
: a reproductive gland (as an ovary or testis) that produces gametes
— go·nad·al \gō-ˈna-dəl\ adjective
See Origin of GONAD
New Latin gonad-, gonas, from Greek gonos
First Known Use: 1880
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go·nad
noun \ˈgō-ˌnad\ (Medical Dictionary)Medical Definition of GONAD
: a gamete-producing reproductive gland (as an ovary or testis)
—go·nad·al \gō-ˈnad-əl\ (audio pronunciation) adjective
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