ovaries
Definition
1.- A female reproductive organ, often paired, that produces ova and in mammals secretes the hormones estrogen and progesterone. 2.- The lower part of a pistil or carpel that bears ovules and ripens into fruit.
Explanation
1.- The male testicles are homologous to the female ovaries.
Details
- Category: Body parts
- Sign Language: Lengua de Señas Mexicana (LSM)
- Region: México
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