agamically
|a-gam-ic-al-ly|
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/əˈɡæmɪkli/
(agamic)
asexual reproduction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agamic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'agamos,' where 'a-' meant 'without' and 'gamos' meant 'marriage.'
Historical Evolution
'agamos' transformed into the modern English word 'agamic' through Latin and French influences.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without marriage,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'asexual reproduction.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/05/28 05:36
