The female reproductive organ that produces eggs and hormones in humans and other vertebrate animals

fallopian tube; oviduct; the tube that transports eggs from the ovaries to the uterus

(physiologically) an egg cell; the female reproductive cell that can combine with a sperm cell to produce offspring

to release a mature egg from the ovary

Cancer occurring in the ovaries; includes both primary and metastatic tumors.

to lay eggs; to spawn

A fluid-filled sac in the ovary that contains a developing egg; also called [[滤泡|濾泡|lu:4 pao4]]

an insect egg or the reproductive cell of a female insect that develops into a larva after fertilization

A fatty substance found in animal and plant tissues, such as egg yolks and soybeans; it is used as an emulsifier and nutritional supplement.

cobblestone; pebble; a smooth, rounded stone shaped by flowing water

fertilized egg; zygote; oosperm

cobble; cobblestone; pebble; a smooth, rounded stone shaped by weathering and water erosion, often used in construction or paving

female reproductive cell; ovum; ootid

A thick-walled stage in the life cycle of certain parasitic protozoa within which sporozoites develop

egg yolk; the yellow nutrient-rich part inside an egg

The period of time during which an egg is released from the ovary; for humans, this typically occurs around the 14th day after menstruation begins.

To sacrifice long-term interests for immediate, minor gains

egg-shaped; ovoid; an oval shape resembling an egg, often used in botany to describe leaf shapes

(idiom) to fight a hopeless battle; to court disaster by attacking a much stronger opponent or attempting the impossible

fish roe; fish eggs

yolk sac; a membrane-lined sac that provides nutrients to a developing embryo

the clear liquid contained within an egg; albumen

A cluster or clump formed by the eggs of certain animals (such as insects, snails, or fish) sticking together after being laid; roe

to sit on eggs to hatch them; to brood; to incubate

Reproducing by laying eggs that develop and hatch outside the mother's body; distinguished from [[胎生|胎生|tai1 sheng1]] and [[卵胎生|卵胎生|luan3 tai1 sheng1]]

The protective outer layer of an egg, often containing tiny pores to allow for breathing.

The division of a fertilized egg into many smaller cells during the early stage of development.

(idiom) dangerous as a pile of eggs; describes a situation that is extremely unstable and ready to collapse at any moment

To cover eggs with wings for hatching (of a bird); to shield, protect, or foster (metaphorically), often carrying a derogatory connotation of being under the protection of a questionable power

eggs piled one on top of another; used to describe a situation that is extremely precarious or dangerous

A smooth, egg-shaped stone or pebble found in riverbeds, formed by the erosion of flowing water; often used as a building material.

The nucleus of an egg cell; specifically, the nucleus within the embryo sac of flowering plants that develops into an embryo after fertilization.

(idiom) In a total disaster, no individual survives; specifically, when a family or organization falls into disgrace, every member is affected; same as [[破巢之下安有完卵|破巢之下安有完卵|po4 chao2 zhi1 xia4 an1 you3 wan2 luan3]]

(literary) a situation as precarious as a stack of eggs; extreme danger

(idiom) a Mount Tai crushing an egg; refers to an extremely lopsided contest where one side has an absolute advantage and is certain to win

A small opening on the surface of an egg or the ovule of a plant through which fertilization occurs (such as by a sperm cell or pollen tube)

(idiom) to overrate one's own abilities and attempt a hopeless battle; to court destruction by attacking a much stronger opponent

Literally means "when the nest is overturned, no egg remains intact"; used to describe how no individual can escape unharmed when a family or group meets with total disaster.

(idiom) literally "the matter is like a pile of eggs"; used to describe a situation that is extremely dangerous or at a critical juncture

to use a sharpening stone to smash an egg; describes a situation where a strong force attacks a weak one with certain success

as precarious as a stack of eggs; in a highly dangerous or critical situation

Describes a situation where two sides are so uneven in strength that the outcome is certain; like a fragile egg smashing against a hard rock.

oval; ellipse

oval; ellipsoidal

(anatomy) oval window, located between the middle ear and the inner ear

ovarian inflammation caused by bacterial or viral infection, which can be acute or chronic and involves symptoms such as abdominal pain and fever; often occurs alongside inflammation of the fallopian tubes

(anatomy) the depression in the pelvis where the ovaries are ovaries located

ootype; the part of a flatworm's reproductive system where the egg is formed and composed

oocyte; ovocyte