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Meaning of ovary: One of a pair of female reproductive glands in which the ova, or eggs, are formed.

Definition of ovary

One of a pair of female reproductive glands in which the ova, or eggs, are formed. The ovaries are located in the pelvis, one on each side of the uterus.

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