Definition

A type of growth where cells increase in size without dividing into smaller cells.

Example

The plant showed auxesis as its cells expanded significantly during the growth phase.

Conversation

Have you heard about the concept of auxesis in biology?

Yeah, it's interesting how cells can grow without dividing.

I find it fascinating how that kind of growth can affect overall development.

Definitely! It shows just how complex living organisms really are.

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Root Explanation

Auxesis is derived from the Greek word "auxesis" (αὔξησις), meaning growth or increase, which comes from the verb "auxein" (αὐξάνω), meaning to increase or to grow. The term refers to a process of growth or enhancement, particularly in a rhetorical context where it signifies an increase in intensity or importance.

Memory Tip

Think of the Greek word for growth ('auxein') to remember that 'auxesis' refers to an increase or enhancement.

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