agamogenetically
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/ˌæɡəmoʊdʒəˈnɛtɪkli/
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/ˌæɡəməʊdʒəˈnɛtɪkli/
(agamogenetic)
asexual reproduction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agamogenetically' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'agamos,' where 'a-' meant 'without' and 'gamos' meant 'marriage or union.'
Historical Evolution
'agamos' transformed into the English word 'agamogenetic,' and eventually became the modern English word 'agamogenetically.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without union or marriage,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'reproducing without gamete fusion.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/05/28 08:21
