What is another word for egg cell?
Pronunciation: [ˈɛɡ sˈɛl] (IPA) 
The term "egg cell" has many synonyms, including ovum, oocyte, and gamete. An ovum is a female egg cell that is ready for fertilization. Oocyte refers to a developing egg cell that is not yet mature enough for fertilization. A gamete is a reproductive cell that can fuse with another reproductive cell to produce a zygote which develops into an embryo. Other synonymous terms for egg cells include germ cells, female reproductive cells, and reproductive cells. The use of these terms may vary depending on the context of the conversation, but all refer to the same cell that is essential for reproduction in many species.
