Definition

The process by which a plant reproduces itself without the involvement of another plant, often through methods like cloning or vegetative propagation.

Example

Selfing can lead to the production of genetically identical plants.

Conversation

I just learned about a plant called selfing that can grow from itself.

That sounds interesting! How does it work?

Basically, it reproduces by vegetative propagation instead of seeds.

Wow, nature is really amazing with its different ways of selfing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Selfing → The word is formed from "self" (from Old English "seolf", meaning oneself) and "-ing" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating an action or process). The term "selfing" refers to the process of an organism reproducing by itself, emphasizing the action of being oneself in the reproductive context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'self' as referring to oneself, and '-ing' indicating the action of doing something. This helps you remember that 'selfing' means the action of reproducing by oneself.

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