ampherotokous
|am-pher-o-to-kous|
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/æmˌfɛrəˈtoʊkəs/
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/æmˌfɛrəˈtəʊkəs/
producing both sexes
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ampherotokous' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'amphoteros,' where 'ampho-' meant 'both' and 'tokos' meant 'offspring.'
Historical Evolution
'amphoteros' transformed into the scientific term 'ampherotokous' used in modern biology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'producing both types of offspring,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of producing both male and female offspring.
The species is ampherotokous, allowing it to adapt to various environmental conditions.
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Last updated: 2025/07/20 19:36