ametoecious
|a-me-toe-cious|
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/ˌæmɪˈtiːʃəs/
lacking distinct sexes
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ametoecious' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'ametoikos,' where 'a-' meant 'not' and 'metoikos' meant 'having a change of residence.'
Historical Evolution
'ametoikos' transformed into the modern English word 'ametoecious' through scientific Latin.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not having a change of residence,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'not having distinct male and female forms.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describing a plant or organism that does not have distinct male and female forms.
The ametoecious plant does not require a partner for reproduction.
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Last updated: 2025/07/13 18:51