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a·gen·e·sis

(ā-jĕn′ĭ-sĭs)

Absence or incomplete development of an organ or body part.

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agenesis

(eɪˈdʒɛnɪsɪs) or

agenesia

1. (Pathology) (of an animal or plant) imperfect development

2. (Pathology) impotence or sterility

agenetic adj

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a•gen•e•sis

(eɪˈdʒɛn ə sɪs)

also a•ge•ne•sia

(ˌeɪ dʒəˈni ʒə)

n.

absence or failed development of a body part.

[1850–55]

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agenesis - imperfect development; nondevelopment of a part

agenesia

nondevelopment - failure of normal development to occur

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agenesia

a·gen·e·sis

n. agénesis, agenesia.

1. defecto congénito en el desarrollo de un órgano o parte del cuerpo;

2. esterilidad; impotencia.

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