anagenesis

an·a·gen·e·sis

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [an-uh-jen-uh-sis]
- /ˌæn əˈdʒɛn ə sɪs/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [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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