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gonads

UK
/ˈɡəʊ.nædz/
US
/ˈɡoʊ.nædz/

Translations

gonadsnoun
gonads
pl
UK
/ˈɡəʊ.nædz/
US
/ˈɡoʊ.nædz/
gonadesTerme d’anatomie et de biologie.
The gonads are responsible for producing the hormones that regulate reproduction.
Les gonades sont responsables de la production des hormones qui régulent la reproduction.
Synonyms
testes
ovaries
reproductive organs
sex glands
gonadnoun

gonads

pl

gonads
pl
UK
/ˈɡəʊ.næd/
US
/ˈɡoʊ.næd/
gonadeTerme de biologie et d’anatomie.
In vertebrates, each gonad develops from embryonic tissue called the genital ridge.
Chez les vertébrés, chaque gonade se développe à partir d’un tissu embryonnaire appelé crête génitale.
Additional translations
couillesFamilier et vulgaire ; au pluriel, pour désigner les testicules. Par extension, courage ou cran.
Synonyms
testis
ovary
reproductive gland
sex gland

Definitions

gonadsnoun
The organs in animals that produce gametes; specifically, the testes in males and the ovaries in females.
The gonads are responsible for producing the hormones that regulate reproduction.
gonadnoun
A reproductive gland (testis in males or ovary in females) that produces gametes in animals.
In vertebrates, each gonad develops from embryonic tissue called the genital ridge.
(slang, usually plural) The testicles; by extension, courage or nerve.
He finally found the gonads to confront his critics.
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