heterogenesis
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/ˌhɛtəroʊˈdʒɛnəsɪs/
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/ˌhɛtərəʊˈdʒɛnəsɪs/
alternation of generations
Etymology
Etymology Information
'heterogenesis' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'heteros' meaning 'different' and 'genesis' meaning 'origin or creation'.
Historical Evolution
'heterogenesis' was derived from the Greek word 'heterogenesis' and has remained largely unchanged in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'different origin or creation', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'alternation of generations'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the alternation of generations, especially the alternation of sexual and asexual generations.
In some plants, heterogenesis is a common reproductive strategy.
Synonyms
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