epigene

[ ep-i-jeen ]
/ ˈɛp ɪˌdʒin /

adjective Geology.

formed or originating on the earth's surface (opposed to hypogene).

Origin of epigene

1815–25; < French épigène < Greek epigenḗs born after, growing after. See epi-, -gen

Words nearby epigene

epigastric fossa, epigastric hernia, epigastrium, epigastrocele, epigeal, epigene, epigenesis, epigenetic, epigenetics, epigenome, epigenomics

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British Dictionary definitions for epigene

epigene
/ (ˈɛpɪˌdʒiːn) /

adjective

formed or taking place at or near the surface of the earth Compare hypogene

Word Origin for epigene

C19: from French épigène, ultimately from Greek epigignesthai to be born after, from gignesthai to be born