ovulation
noun
ovu·la·tion ˌä vyə-ˈlā-shən 
ˌō-
ˌō- : the discharge of a mature ovum from the ovary
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Apple Watch Series 8 features crash detection, which includes the emergency crash-detection capaiblity; and ovulation-cycle detection with the device’s enhanced temperature sensor. 
Todd Spangler, Variety, 7 Sep. 2022 Again, this is a time when the body is experiencing a surge of hormones, and progesterone levels rise right after ovulation. Rozalynn S. Frazier, SELF, 29 July 2022 Another potential technology implementation involves fertility planning, allowing women to monitor their ovulation cycle better. Chris Smith, BGR, 12 Aug. 2022 However, an Oregon Health Sciences University study found that doubling the dose of Plan B does not prevent ovulation any more than a single dose. Jenna Ryu, USA TODAY, 19 July 2022 Emergency contraceptives typically work by delaying or preventing ovulation and are intended as a backup method of birth control. Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 28 June 2022 The one-pill dose works by delaying ovulation with a hormone called levonorgestrel. Jenna Ryu, USA TODAY, 19 July 2022 According to Planned Parenthood, levonorgestrel — the active ingredient in the emergency contraceptive pills that temporarily delays ovulation — may not be as effective for individuals who weigh more than 165 lbs., according to studies. Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE.com, 15 July 2022 Unlike combination pills, progestin-only pills don’t stop ovulation, but make the uterus inhospitable for pregnancy. Annalisa Merelli, Quartz, 11 July 2022 See More
Todd Spangler, Variety, 7 Sep. 2022 Again, this is a time when the body is experiencing a surge of hormones, and progesterone levels rise right after ovulation. Rozalynn S. Frazier, SELF, 29 July 2022 Another potential technology implementation involves fertility planning, allowing women to monitor their ovulation cycle better. Chris Smith, BGR, 12 Aug. 2022 However, an Oregon Health Sciences University study found that doubling the dose of Plan B does not prevent ovulation any more than a single dose. Jenna Ryu, USA TODAY, 19 July 2022 Emergency contraceptives typically work by delaying or preventing ovulation and are intended as a backup method of birth control. Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 28 June 2022 The one-pill dose works by delaying ovulation with a hormone called levonorgestrel. Jenna Ryu, USA TODAY, 19 July 2022 According to Planned Parenthood, levonorgestrel — the active ingredient in the emergency contraceptive pills that temporarily delays ovulation — may not be as effective for individuals who weigh more than 165 lbs., according to studies. Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE.com, 15 July 2022 Unlike combination pills, progestin-only pills don’t stop ovulation, but make the uterus inhospitable for pregnancy. Annalisa Merelli, Quartz, 11 July 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
ovule or its source, Medieval Latin ōvulum + -ation
First Known Use
1848, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
ovulation
noun
ovu·la·tion
ˌäv-yə-ˈlā-shən also ˌōv-
: the discharge of a mature ovum from the ovary