polygenetic

English

Etymology

poly- +‎ genetic

Adjective

polygenetic (not comparable)

Having many distinct sources; originating at various places or times.
(biology) Of or pertaining to polygenesis; polyphyletic.
(geology) One which is composite, or consists of two or more monogenetic ranges, each having had its own history of development.
(genetics) Misspelling of polygenic.

Translations

having many sources

Finnish: polygeneettinen

References

“polygenetic”, in Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary, Springfield, Mass.: G. & C. Merriam, 1913, →OCLC.

Anagrams

telecopying

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