Meaning
The fertilization of an ovum from one individual with the spermatozoa of another; cross-fertilization
Etymology
Origin: Unknown
From allo- + -gamy.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Antonyms
autogamy
NYT Puzzle Appearances
No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2019, 2021, 2022, 2024.