sperm cell
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
The male reproductive cell, which fertilises a female egg cell to begin the development of a new organism.
Synonyms and antonyms
Antonyms
egg cell
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Only one _____ out of millions actually succeeds in fertilising the egg."
Answer: sperm cell
In your own words, what does "sperm cell" mean?
The male reproductive cell, which fertilises a female egg cell to begin the development of a new organism.
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