allogeneic
|al-lo-ge-ne-ic|
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/ˌæləˈdʒiːniɪk/
genetically different within the same species
Etymology
Etymology Information
'allogeneic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'allos,' meaning 'other,' and 'genea,' meaning 'race' or 'kind.'
Historical Evolution
'allos' and 'genea' combined to form the modern English word 'allogeneic.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'of another kind or race,' and over time it evolved into its current meaning related to genetic differences within the same species.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to cells, tissues, or organs that are genetically different although from the same species, often used in the context of transplants.
The patient received an allogeneic bone marrow transplant.
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Last updated: 2025/06/28 03:36