cenogonous

adjective

ce·​nog·​o·​nous

variants or coenogonous

sēˈnägənəs

: oviparous at one season of the year and ovoviviparous at another

—used especially of certain aphids

Word History

Etymology

cen- + -gonous (from Greek gonos generation); akin to Greek genea race, family

The Ultimate Dictionary Awaits

Expand your vocabulary and dive deeper into language with Merriam-Webster Unabridged.

1. Expanded definitions
2. Detailed etymologies
3. Advanced search tools
4. All ad-free

Discover what makes Merriam-Webster Unabridged the essential choice for true word lovers.

Start Your Free Trial Now