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oviparous

/ˌɒvɪˈpærəs/ adjective · British & US
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What does oviparous mean?

adjective

Giving birth to live young is not characteristic of this species; eggs are laid.

Example

"Many reptiles and amphibians are oviparous, laying eggs in a nest or burrow."

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