About The Word Spermatophore
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Spermatophore
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What's The Definition Of Spermatophore?Synonyms | Synonyms for Spermatophore: Related Terms | Find terms related to Spermatophore: See Also | Spermatophore In Webster's Dictionary \Sper"ma*to*phore\, n. [Spermato- + Gr. ??? to
bear.]
1. (Physiol.) Same as {Spermospore}.
2. (Zo["o]l.) A capsule or pocket inclosing a number of
spermatozoa. They are present in many annelids,
brachiopods, mollusks, and crustaceans. In cephalopods the
structure of the capsule is very complex.
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