The reproductive organ of animals that produces gametes; in males, it corresponds to the testes; in females, it corresponds to the ovaries. In vertebrates, the gonads also have a hormonal function. It is also known as gonad or reproductive gland.
| Grammatical category | Noun |
|---|---|
| Field | Anatomy, physiology and embryology |
| Level of specialization | High |
| Definition source | Real Academia Nacional de Medicina de España |