Meaning & use
Syngamy
Last updated
The fusion of two gametes during sexual reproduction to form a zygote.
See it in a sentence
Syngamy marks the moment when the genetic material of both parents combines.
In many algae, syngamy occurs between gametes that look identical to one another.
A note on using this word
From Greek 'syn-' (together) and 'gamos' (marriage), the term is used mainly in biology to describe cell fusion at the genetic level.
Words with a similar meaning
Choose a synonym to suit the sentence. Meanings can overlap without being identical.
Make it your own
Write a sentence using “Syngamy”, then compare your use with the examples above.
Your draft stays on this page and is not sent anywhere.