Spermatozoon

usgb/ˌspɜːrmətəˈzəʊən/
noun

A male reproductive cell which can fertilize a female egg to produce offspring.

The spermatozoon travels through the female reproductive system to reach the egg.
Visual representation of "spermatozoon" - A male reproductive cell which can fertilize a female egg to produce offspring.

Often appears as...

  • mature spermatozoon
  • human spermatozoon

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Formal

Academic,Technical

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Biological Specificity

Refers explicitly to the male gamete in sexual reproduction, with unique functions in fertility.

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In biology class, we learned how a spermatozoon carries genetic information to the egg.
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Technical Term

Used primarily in scientific and academic contexts; not commonly used in everyday language.

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The fertility doctor discussed the motility of the spermatozoon with the couple.
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Singular Form

Spermatozoon is singular; the plural form is 'spermatozoa' when referring to many cells.

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Under the microscope, the scientist observed one spermatozoon moving vigorously.
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