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Webster 1913 Edition


Polygenetic

Polˊy-ge-net′ic

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Adj.
1.
Having many distinct sources; originating at various places or times.
2.
(Biol.)
Of or pertaining to polygenesis; polyphyletic.
Polygenetic mountain range
(Geol.)
,
one which is composite, or consists of two or more monogenetic ranges, each having had its own history of development.
Dana.