-geny

a combining form meaning “origin,” used in the formation of compound words: phylogeny.

Origin of -geny

From the Greek word -geneia, dating back to 1885–90. See -gen, -y3

Words nearby -geny

-genesis, -genetic, -genic, -genin, -genous, -geny, -gerous, -glot, -gnathous, -gnomy, -gnosis

British Dictionary definitions for -geny

-geny

n combining form

indicating origin or manner of development phylogeny

Derived forms of -geny

-genic, adj combining form

Word Origin for -geny

from Greek -geneia, from -genēs born

Medical definitions for -geny

-geny

suff.

Production; generation; origin:ontogeny.