One of the mysteries of the English language finally explained.
A cell or nucleus formed by division in a meroblastic ovum; specifically any of numerous small nuclei formed by the repeated division of supernumerary sperm nuclei in fertilized eggs, especially those of birds, reptiles, and selachian fishes.
Late 19th century; earliest use found in American Naturalist. From mero- + -cyte, after German Merocyten, plural.
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