organogenesis

noun

or·​gan·​o·​gen·​e·​sis ˌȯr-gə-nō-ˈje-nə-səs How to pronounce organogenesis (audio) ȯr-ˌga-nə- How to pronounce organogenesis (audio)
: the origin and development of bodily organs compare morphogenesis
organogenetic adjective

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The researchers also documented evidence of further organogenesis and formation of the neural tube, which goes on to form the brain and spinal cord. Kyle Orland, Ars Technica, 1 June 2023 The family of Wnt genes and proteins are important for organogenesis during the process of embryo formation. William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 11 July 2022

Word History

Etymology

New Latin

First Known Use

circa 1860, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of organogenesis was circa 1860

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“Organogenesis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/organogenesis. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

organogenesis

noun
or·​gan·​o·​gen·​e·​sis ˌȯr-gə-nō-ˈjen-ə-səs How to pronounce organogenesis (audio) ȯr-ˌgan-ə- How to pronounce organogenesis (audio)
plural organogeneses -ˌsēz How to pronounce organogenesis (audio)
: the origin and development of bodily organs
organogenetic adjective

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