acrogenously
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/əˈkrɒdʒənəsli/
(acrogenous)
growth at the tip
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acrogenously' originates from the Greek word 'akros,' meaning 'top' or 'tip,' and 'genos,' meaning 'origin' or 'birth.'
Historical Evolution
'acrogenous' transformed from the Greek word 'akrogonos' and eventually became the modern English word 'acrogenous.'
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
Adverb 1
in a manner relating to growth at the tip or apex, typically used in botanical contexts.
The plant grows acrogenously, with new leaves forming at the top.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/27 18:36