abjunction
|ab-junc-tion|
C2
/æbˈdʒʌŋkʃən/
separation process
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abjunction' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'abjunctionem,' where 'ab-' meant 'away from' and 'jungere' meant 'to join.'
Historical Evolution
'abjunctionem' transformed into the English word 'abjunction' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to separate or remove something,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of separating or removing something, especially in biological contexts.
The abjunction of spores is a crucial step in the fungal life cycle.
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Last updated: 2025/04/02 18:51