amphogeny
|am-pho-ge-ny|
C2
/æmˈfɒdʒəni/
sexual reproduction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amphogeny' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'amphogenēs,' where 'ampho-' meant 'both' and 'genēs' meant 'born.'
Historical Evolution
'amphogenēs' transformed into the English word 'amphogeny' through Latin influence.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'born of both,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'sexual reproduction.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the production of offspring by both parents; sexual reproduction.
Amphogeny is a common process in most animal species.
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Last updated: 2025/07/23 09:06