IPA: /ˌɔːtəʊˈiːʃəs/
KK: /ˈɔːtoʊˌiːʃəs/
Definition: Describing a type of organism that completes its entire life cycle on a single host without needing to switch to another host.
Example: The plant species is autoecious, meaning it can grow and reproduce entirely on its own host plant.
IPA: /ɔˈtɔɡəmi/
KK: /ɔˈtɔgəmi/
Definition: The process where a single organism fertilizes itself, often seen in certain plants and microorganisms.
Example: In some species of plants, autogamy allows for self-fertilization, ensuring reproduction even in isolation.
IPA: /ɔːˈtʃoʊdʒɪk/
KK: /ɔːˈtʃoʊdʒɪk/
Definition: Relating to something that is produced or generated by itself, without the need for external assistance or influence.
Example: The autogenic training technique helps individuals achieve relaxation through self-generated methods.
IPA: /ɔːˈtɒdʒənəs/
KK: /ɔːˈtʌdʒənəs/
Definition: Relating to something that originates from within the same individual or is self-generated, often used in medical contexts.
Example: The doctor recommended an autogenous vaccine to boost the patient's immune system.
IPA: /ɔːˈtɒdʒənəsli/
KK: /ɔːˈtɒdʒənəsli/
Definition: In a way that occurs naturally or spontaneously without external influence.
Example: The cells grew autogenously in the lab, without the need for additional stimuli.
IPA: /ˌɔːtəˈdʒɛni/
KK: /ɔːtəˈdʒɛni/
Definition: A process in which an organism develops from its own cells or tissues without the involvement of another organism.
Example: The study of autogeny helps scientists understand how certain species can reproduce independently.
IPA: /ˈɔːtəʊˌɡræft/
KK: /ˈɔːtəʊɡræft/
Definition: A piece of tissue or an organ that is moved from one part of a person's body to another part of the same body.
Example: The surgeon used an autograft to repair the damaged tissue.
IPA: /ˌɔːtəʊˈhaɪpnəʊsɪs/
KK: /ˌɔːtoʊˈhaɪpnoʊsɪs/
Definition: A state of hypnosis that a person brings about in themselves, often used for relaxation or self-improvement.
Example: She practiced autohypnosis to help manage her stress levels.
IPA: /ˌɔːtəʊhɪpˈnɒtɪk/
KK: /ˌɔːtəʊhɪpˈnɒtɪk/
Definition: Relating to a state of self-induced hypnosis, where a person can influence their own thoughts and feelings.
Example: She used autohypnotic techniques to help herself relax before the big presentation.
IPA: /ˌɔːtəʊˈɪmjun/
KK: /ˈɔːtəʊɪmjun/
Definition: Relating to a condition where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own cells or tissues.
Example: She was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease that affects her joints.
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