Gonochorismus

/ɡoʊnəˈkɔrɪzməs/ noun

Definition

A Latinized or alternative form of gonochorism, emphasizing the condition of having separate sexes in organisms.

Etymology

Latin variant of gonochorism, using the '-ismus' ending common in older scientific and German scientific nomenclature.

Kelly Says

German and older scientific terminology favored '-ismus' endings (like 'darwinismus'), showing how different European languages influenced scientific naming conventions.

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