agenesis

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Definitions of agenesis word

noun agenesis (of an animal or plant) imperfect development 3
noun agenesis impotence or sterility 3
noun agenesis congenital absence of an organ or other part of the body 3
noun agenesis absence of or failed development of a body part. 1
noun agenesis sterility; impotence; barrenness. 1
noun agenesis Any imperfect development of the body, or any anomaly of organization. 1

before 1850

One of the 32% newest English words

From New Latin, dating back to 1850-55; See origin at a-6, genesis

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 77% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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