How Do You Spell MEROGONY?

Pronunciation: [mˈɛɹəɡənɪ] (IPA)

Merogony is a process of multiple cell divisions that occur without cytokinesis, resulting in a multinucleated cell. This word is pronounced as /mɛˈrɑːɡəni/ - "meh-RAH-guh-nee". The phonetic transcription of this word helps in understanding the correct pronunciation of each syllable. The first syllable "me" is pronounced as /mɛ/- like "med". The second syllable is pronounced as /ˈrɑːɡ/- like "rag" and the last syllable is pronounced as /əni/- like "uh-nee". Learning the correct pronunciation helps in clear communication and avoiding confusion.

MEROGONY Meaning and Definition

1. Merogony is a biological term used to describe a mode of reproduction in certain organisms, particularly within the realm of parasitic or symbiotic relationships. Derived from the Greek words "meros" meaning "part" or "partial" and "gonos" meaning "reproduction," merogony refers to a process where partial or incomplete reproduction occurs.

   In merogony, the parent organism produces offspring by dividing into multiple parts or portions, each of which can develop independently to form complete individuals. These offspring can be either genetically identical or genetically distinct from the parent. The process differs from normal reproduction, where the parent gives rise to offspring that are complete and fully functional.

   Merogony is commonly observed in various species of organisms, such as certain protozoa, insects, and other invertebrates. It often occurs within complex life cycles, especially in parasites that require multiple hosts to complete their life cycle. In these cases, merogony may occur within a specific host, while other stages of the organism's life cycle take place in different hosts.

   Merogony can play a crucial role in the survival and spread of parasites, as it allows them to exploit different hosts and adapt to various environments. Studying merogony can provide insights into the reproductive strategies and life cycles of these organisms, aiding in the development of effective control measures against harmful parasites.

2. The development of an ovum, the chromatin of the nucleus of which has been disorganized, when fertilized by a normal sperm cell.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for MEROGONY

• nerogony
• kerogony
• jerogony
• mwrogony
• msrogony
• mdrogony
• mrrogony
• m4rogony
• m3rogony
• meeogony
• medogony
• mefogony
• metogony
• me5ogony
• me4ogony
• merigony
• merkgony
• merlgony
• merpgony
• mer0gony

Etymology of MEROGONY

The word merogony is derived from two Greek roots: meros meaning part or segment and gonia meaning generation or offspring.