How Do You Spell AMPHIGYNOUS?

Pronunciation: [amfˈɪd͡ʒɪnəs] (IPA)

The word "amphigynous" is pronounced /æmˈfɪdʒɪnəs/ and it means having both male and female reproductive organs in a single flower. The phonetic transcription for this word can be broken down into individual sounds. The first sound, /æ/, is pronounced like the "a" in "cat." The second sound, /m/, is pronounced like the "m" in "map." The third sound, /ˈfɪdʒ/, is pronounced like the "f" sound followed by the "j" sound as in "feather" and "gem." The fourth sound, /ɪn/, is pronounced like the "i" in "sit." The final sound, /əs/, is pronounced like the "uh" sound in "but" followed by an "s" sound.

AMPHIGYNOUS Meaning and Definition

1. The term "amphigynous" is an adjective that originates from the Greek words "amphi," meaning "both sides" or "on both sides," and "gyne," meaning "woman" or "female." It refers to a biological characteristic, primarily found in certain plants or animals, where they possess both male and female reproductive organs, or exhibit characteristics of both sexes simultaneously. In the botanical sense, "amphigynous" describes plants that have a combination of both perfect flowers, containing both stamens and carpels, and rudimentary or incomplete flowers lacking one or more reproductive structures.

   The term can also be applied to animals, particularly hermaphroditic species that possess reproductive organs of both sexes. These organisms are capable of self-fertilization, meaning they can produce offspring without the involvement of another individual. Amphigynous animals may possess both functional male and female reproductive organs simultaneously, or exhibit sequential hermaphroditism, transitioning from one sex to another at different stages of their life cycle.

   In a broader context, "amphigynous" can also be used metaphorically to describe individuals who display characteristics, traits, or actions that are associated with both genders. It signifies a person who embodies qualities or behaviors traditionally associated with both masculinity and femininity, often breaking societal norms and challenging binary gender roles.

Common Misspellings for AMPHIGYNOUS

• amphigenius
• amphigenous
• amphiginous
• Amphiginious
• amphgynous
• amphigynus
• amfhigynous
• amphigienous
• amphiginius

Etymology of AMPHIGYNOUS

The word "amphigynous" combines two Greek roots: "amphi-" and "gyne". "Amphi-" means "both" or "on both sides", and "gyne" means "woman" or "female".

Therefore, "amphigynous" essentially means "having both female parts" or "having female reproductive organs on both sides", depending on the context in which it is used.