sympatry
|sym-pa-try|
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/ˈsɪmpətri/
coexistence in the same area
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sympatry' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'sympatria,' where 'syn-' meant 'together' and 'patria' meant 'fatherland.'
Historical Evolution
'sympatria' transformed into the modern English word 'sympatry' through scientific terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'living in the same place,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the occurrence of organisms in the same or overlapping geographical areas, allowing for potential interbreeding.
The sympatry of these two species has led to hybridization.
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Last updated: 2025/07/17 05:05