agynic
|a-gyn-ic|
C2
/əˈdʒɪnɪk/
lacking female organs
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agynic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'a-' meaning 'without' and 'gynē' meaning 'woman'.
Historical Evolution
'agynic' was derived from the Greek word 'agynēs' and eventually became the modern English word 'agynic'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without a woman', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lacking female reproductive organs'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characteristic of a lack of female reproductive organs.
The agynic condition of the plant was noted by the botanist.
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Last updated: 2025/05/31 14:36