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Term: Gonad

Definition:

A gonad is an organ that produces reproductive cells (gametes) in animals. In males, the gonads are testes, and in females, they are ovaries.

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. A gonad refers to the reproductive organ in either males or females.

Usages:

1. The human male gonad is responsible for producing sperm.
2. The female gonad plays a vital role in the production of eggs.

Sample Sentences:

1. After undergoing hormone therapy, the patient's gonads began to function normally.

2. The removal of the gonad is sometimes necessary to treat certain reproductive disorders.

3. During puberty, gonads start to develop and become fully functional.

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