Definition

Relating to the process of self-fertilization in plants or organisms, where an individual fertilizes its own eggs.

Example

Some plants are autogamous, meaning they can fertilize themselves without needing pollen from another plant.

Conversation

Did you know that some plants are autogamous?

Really? I didn’t know plants could fertilize themselves.

Yeah, it’s pretty interesting how they adapt to their environment.

Nature is amazing! It’s cool to learn about these unique traits.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Autogamous → It is formed from "auto-" (meaning self) and "gamos" (from Greek "gamos", meaning marriage or union). The word describes a process of self-fertilization or self-union in plants and organisms.

Memory Tip

Think of 'self' ('auto-') joining in 'union' ('gamos') — that's why autogamous refers to self-fertilization.

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