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PARTHENOGENY

(noun)

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There are 2 meanings of the word Parthenogeny.

Parthenogeny - as a noun

Human conception without fertilization by a man

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
parthenogenesis21virgin birth

Process in which an unfertilized egg develops into a new individual; common among insects and some other arthropods

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
parthenogenesis21
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
apomixis19
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Some reptiles can reproduce through parthenogeny, allowing them to populate areas where males are scarce."
"The process of parthenogeny can result in offspring that are genetically identical to the parent."
"Certain species of plants can reproduce through parthenogeny, producing seeds without pollination."
"The occurrence of parthenogeny in mammals is extremely rare, with only a few recorded cases."
"Scientists are still studying the mechanisms behind parthenogeny and its implications for evolutionary biology."
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