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ovigerous

/ˌɒvɪˈɡɪərəs/ adjective · British & US
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What does ovigerous mean?

adjective

Carrying eggs or egg sacs, especially in the case of certain crustaceans.

Example

"The ovigerous female crab carefully guarded her eggs."

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