biogenesis
|bi-o-gen-e-sis|
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/ˌbaɪ.oʊˈdʒɛn.ə.sɪs/
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/ˌbaɪ.əʊˈdʒɛn.ə.sɪs/
life from life
Etymology
Etymology Information
'biogenesis' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'bios' meaning 'life' and 'genesis' meaning 'origin' or 'creation'.
Historical Evolution
'biogenesis' was coined in the 19th century to describe the concept that life arises from pre-existing life, contrasting with 'abiogenesis'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the origin of life from existing life forms', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the principle that living organisms are produced only from other living organisms.
The theory of biogenesis was a significant advancement in understanding the origin of life.
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Last updated: 2025/04/04 01:37