hysterotely

noun

hys·​ter·​o·​tely

ˈhistərōˌtelē

plural -es

: relatively retarded differentiation of a structure or organ so that it shows a form usually associated with a stage of development earlier than that shown by the individual plant or animal as a whole compare prothetely

Word History

Etymology

Greek hysteros latter, later + telos end, completion, maturity + English -y

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