acrogenic
|ac-ro-gen-ic|
C2
/ˌækrəˈdʒɛnɪk/
tip-growing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acrogenic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'akros,' where 'akros' meant 'topmost' or 'at the tip.'
Historical Evolution
'akros' transformed into the English word 'acrogenic' through scientific Latin usage.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'growing at the tip,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characteristic of acrogens, which are plants that grow from the tip or apex.
The acrogenic growth pattern is typical in ferns and mosses.
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Last updated: 2025/04/27 18:06