allothigenous
|al-lo-thig-e-nous|
C2
/ˌæləˈθɪdʒənəs/
originating elsewhere
Etymology
Etymology Information
'allothigenous' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'allothi,' where 'allo-' meant 'other' and 'thigenes' meant 'born or produced.'
Historical Evolution
'allothi' transformed into the English word 'allothigenous' through scientific terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'born elsewhere,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'originating from a different place or environment.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
originating from a different place or environment.
The allothigenous species adapted quickly to the new ecosystem.
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Last updated: 2025/06/29 08:06