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- US Pronunciation
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- [an-uh-jen-uh-sis]
- /ˌæn əˈdʒɛn ə sɪs/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [an-uh-jen-uh-sis]
- /ˌæn əˈdʒɛn ə sɪs/
Definitions of anagenesis word
- noun anagenesis the progressive evolutionary changes that take place over time in a single genetic lineage 3
- noun anagenesis Biology. the progressive evolution of a species. Compare catagenesis. 1
- noun anagenesis Physiology. the regeneration of tissue. 1
- noun anagenesis The evolution of a new species by the large scale change in gene frequency so that the new species replaces the old rather than branching to produce an additional species. 1
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Origin of anagenesis
First appearance:
before 1875 One of the 25% newest English words
From New Latin, dating back to 1875-80; See origin at ana-, genesis
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Parts of speech for Anagenesis
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anagenesis popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 50% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 54% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
anagenesis usage trend in Literature
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