gamete

UK
/ˈɡæmiːt/
US
/ˈɡæmiːt/

Translations

gametenoun
gametes
pl
UK
/ˈɡæmiːt/
US
/ˈɡæmiːt/
gamèteBiologie ; cellule reproductrice haploïde.
The fusion of a male and a female gamete results in the formation of a zygote.
La fusion d’un gamète mâle et d’un gamète femelle aboutit à la formation d’un zygote.
Synonyms
reproductive cell
sex cell
gameteadjective
UK
/ˈɡæmiːt/
US
/ˈɡæˌmit/
Used attributively in scientific contexts (e.g., "gamete isolation").
gamétiqueBiologie ; en rapport avec les gamètes.
Gamete compatibility is crucial for successful fertilization.
La compatibilité gamétique est cruciale pour une fécondation réussie.

Definitions

gametenoun
A mature haploid male or female germ cell that is able to unite with another of the opposite sex in sexual reproduction to form a zygote.
The fusion of a male and a female gamete results in the formation of a zygote.
gameteadjective
Relating to or involved with gametes.
Gamete compatibility is crucial for successful fertilization.