apomict

noun

apo·​mict ˈa-pə-ˌmikt How to pronounce apomict (audio)
: one produced or reproducing by apomixis
apomictic adjective
apomictically adverb

Word History

Etymology

probably back-formation from International Scientific Vocabulary apomictic, from apo- + Greek mignynai to mix — more at mix

First Known Use

1930, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of apomict was in 1930

Dictionary Entries Near apomict

Cite this Entry

“Apomict.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/apomict. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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