allochetia
|al-lo-che-tia|
C2
/ˌæləˈkiːʃə/
different plant characteristics
Etymology
Etymology Information
'allochetia' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'allo-' meaning 'other' and 'chetia' meaning 'condition'.
Historical Evolution
'Allochetia' was directly borrowed from Greek into English scientific terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'other condition' in Greek, but over time it evolved into its current meaning in botanical contexts.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a rare term used in botany to describe the phenomenon where different parts of a plant exhibit different characteristics or adaptations.
The allochetia observed in the plant allowed it to thrive in diverse environments.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/27 14:51