amphigonic
|am-phi-gon-ic|
C2
/ˌæm.fɪˈɡɒn.ɪk/
relating to sexual reproduction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amphigonic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'amphigonikos,' where 'amphi-' meant 'both' and 'gonos' meant 'offspring.'
Historical Evolution
'amphigonikos' transformed into the modern English word 'amphigonic' through Latin influence.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'relating to both offspring,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to sexual reproduction.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characterized by amphigony, which is the production of offspring by sexual reproduction.
The amphigonic nature of the species ensures genetic diversity.
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Last updated: 2025/07/22 00:36