| spermatophore | 1. <physiology> Same as Spermospore. 2. <zoology> A capsule or pocket inclosing a number of spermatozoa. They are present in many annelids, brachiopods, mollusks, and crustaceans. In cephalopods the structure of the capsule is very complex. Origin: Spermato- + Gr. To bear. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
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