PARTHENOGENY Synonyms
There are 2 synonyms of the word
parthenogeny.
(exact relations)
There are 4 hypernyms of the word parthenogeny. (close relations)
There are 4 hypernyms of the word parthenogeny. (close relations)
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Definition of PARTHENOGENY
Definition of PARTHENOGENY
Best Alternative Words for PARTHENOGENY
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parthenogenesis | nounn | |||||||
noun • human conception without fertilization by a man • process in which an unfertilized egg develops into a new individual; common among insects and some other arthropods | ||||||||
virgin birth | nounn | |||||||
noun • the theological doctrine that Jesus Christ had no human father; Christians believe that Jesus's birth fulfilled Old Testament prophecies and was attended by miracles; the Nativity is celebrated at Christmas • human conception without fertilization by a man |
Best Hypernyms For PARTHENOGENY
Here is a list of related hypernyms for
parthenogeny, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (3)
agamogenesis
apomixis
reproduction
Phrases (1)
asexual reproduction