allopatry
|al-lo-pa-try|
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/əˈlɒpətri/
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/əˈlæpətri/
separate geographical areas
Etymology
Etymology Information
'allopatry' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'allos' meaning 'other' and 'patra' meaning 'fatherland'.
Historical Evolution
'allopatry' was derived from the Greek word 'allopatria', which eventually became the modern English word 'allopatry'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'other fatherland', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'occurrence in separate geographical areas'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the occurrence of species in separate, non-overlapping geographical areas, often leading to speciation.
The allopatry of these bird species has led to significant evolutionary divergence.
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Last updated: 2025/06/28 17:36