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gonophore


1. <zoology> A sexual zooid produced as a medusoid bud upon a hydroid, sometimes becoming a free hydromedusa, sometimes remaining attached. See Hydroidea, and Illusts. Of Athecata, Campanularian, and Gonosome.

2. <botany> A lengthened receptacle, bearing the stamens and carpels in a conspicuous manner.

Origin: Gr. Offspring, seed + to bear.

Source: Websters Dictionary