agamospore
|a-ga-mo-spore|
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/əˈɡæməˌspɔr/
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/əˈɡæməˌspɔː/
asexual spore
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agamospore' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'agamos,' meaning 'unmarried' or 'without marriage,' and 'spora,' meaning 'seed' or 'spore.'
Historical Evolution
'agamos' combined with 'spora' in Greek to form 'agamospore,' which was adopted into modern scientific terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to any spore produced without sexual reproduction, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a spore that is produced asexually, without the fusion of gametes.
The plant reproduces through agamospores, allowing it to spread rapidly.
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Last updated: 2025/05/28 09:36