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spermous

spermous

9.9
Containing or looking like sperm cells
  • adjective
  • /ˈspɜrməs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : espermático
  • The stains were used to confirm the presence of spermous cells in the sample.

Examples

  • The scientist observed spermous material under the microscope for further analysis.

  • During their mating season, many fish species release a spermous cloud to fertilize the eggs.

  • Some marine organisms release a spermous substance during reproduction.

  • The spermous fluid was examined under a microscope.

  • In biology class, we learned about spermous organisms.

  • The biologist noted the spermous texture of the sample, indicating the presence of male reproductive cells.

  • After the experiment, she carefully collected the spermous droplets from the container for analysis.

Synonyms

spermatic
vsspermous
  • Specialized
1 9.9

Relating to sperm or to things like sperm cells

is used for things composed of or closely resembling spermatozoa
spermy
vsspermous
1 9.9

Having the look or feel of sperm

emphasizes actual composition or close resemblance rather than mere appearance

Surface Forms

spermous positive

Morphology

spermous = sperm (transparent) = sperm + ous

Formed by the adjective-forming suffix '-ous' attached to 'sperm', so the meaning 'consisting of or resembling sperm' is directly derived from the base.

Etymology

The word spermous comes from the Greek root sperma meaning 'seed', the same root as the English word sperm. So spermous means 'full of or like sperm cells', which is why scientists use it for material that looks like male reproductive cells.