ageneses
|a-gen-e-ses|
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/əˈdʒɛnəsiz/
(agenesis)
absence of development
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agenesis' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'agenesia', where 'a-' meant 'without' and 'genesis' meant 'origin or creation'.
Historical Evolution
'agenesia' transformed into the modern English word 'agenesis'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without creation or origin', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the plural form of 'agenesis', referring to the absence or failure of development of a body part or organ.
The doctor explained that the condition was due to ageneses of the kidneys.
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Last updated: 2025/05/29 16:06