APOGAMIC

apogamic, apogametic, apogamous

(adjective) of or relating to the development of an embryo in the absence of fertilization

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adjective

apogamic (not comparable)

(botany) Of or relating to apogamy.

Source: Wiktionary


Ap`o*gam"ic, a.

Definition: Relating to apogamy.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Word of the Day

9 March 2025

CLOG

(verb) fill to excess so that function is impaired; “Fear clogged her mind”; “The story was clogged with too many details”


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Coffee Trivia

Plain brewed coffee contains almost no calories, while coffee with dairy products, sugar, and other flavorings is much higher in calories. An espresso has 20 calories. A nonfat latte has 72, while a flavored one has 134.

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