Ovulation (noun)

The release of an egg from the ovary, typically occurring in the middle of the menstrual cycle and necessary for fertilization and pregnancy to occur.

Origin:

From ovulare (to release an egg from the ovary).

Examples:

1. Tracking ovulation can help couples plan for pregnancy.
2. The woman was experiencing ovulation pain on her right side.
3. Ovulation occurs around day 14 of a 28-day menstrual cycle.
4. The ovulation predictor kit helped her to predict when she would ovulate.
5. Fertility treatments aim to induce ovulation in women who have difficulty getting pregnant.