homogenesis
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/ˌhoʊmoʊˈdʒɛnəsɪs/
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/ˌhəʊməʊˈdʒɛnəsɪs/
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Etymology
Etymology Information
'homogenesis' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'homogenēs,' where 'homo-' meant 'same' and 'genesis' meant 'origin or creation.'
Historical Evolution
'homogenēs' transformed into the Latin word 'homogenesis,' and eventually became the modern English word 'homogenesis.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'same origin or creation,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'reproduction where offspring resemble the parent.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of reproduction in which the offspring resemble the parent organism.
In homogenesis, the offspring are genetically similar to the parent.
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Last updated: 2025/01/21 12:24