agennetic
|a-gen-net-ic|
C2
/əˈdʒɛnɪtɪk/
incapable of reproduction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agennetic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'agennētos,' where 'a-' meant 'not' and 'gennetikos' meant 'pertaining to generation or birth.'
Historical Evolution
'agennētos' transformed into the English word 'agennetic' through Latin influence.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not born' or 'unborn,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'not capable of reproduction.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not capable of reproduction or generation.
The agennetic nature of the species means it cannot reproduce.
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Last updated: 2025/05/29 18:51