Ovulation (Noun)
Meaning
The expulsion of an ovum from the ovary (usually midway in the menstrual cycle).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Ovulation typically occurs about two weeks before the start of the next menstrual period in a 28-day cycle.
- During ovulation, the released egg travels through the fallopian tube, where it can be fertilized by sperm.
- Hormonal changes trigger ovulation, causing the dominant follicle to rupture and release the mature ovum.
- Ovulation is a critical event in the female reproductive cycle, as it provides the opportunity for fertilization to occur.
- Women can track ovulation using various methods, including basal body temperature, cervical mucus changes, and ovulation predictor kits.