allogamy
|al-lo-ga-my|
C1
/əˈlɒɡəmi/
cross-pollination
Etymology
Etymology Information
'allogamy' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'allogamos,' where 'allo-' meant 'other' and 'gamos' meant 'marriage.'
Historical Evolution
'allogamos' transformed into the modern English word 'allogamy' through scientific Latin.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'marriage with another,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'cross-pollination.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the fertilization of a flower by pollen from a different plant.
Allogamy is common in many flowering plants to promote genetic diversity.
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Last updated: 2025/06/28 02:36