NYT Dictionary

OVULE

/ˈɒvjuːl/
NounOV-uleov-ule · 2 syllablesAdvanced/Professional

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2023, 2026

Meaning

The structure in a plant that develops into a seed after fertilization; the megasporangium of a seed plant with its enclosing integuments.

Etymology

Origin: Latin

Borrowed from French ovule (“ovum”), from Latin ōvum (“egg”). Doublet of ovolo.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

albumencaviareggeggshellellipseglairovalovoidooeciumovicell

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles:

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