ontocyclic

/ɒntəˈsɪklɪk/

Definitions

1. noun

Relating to or characterized by the development of the embryo from an egg or cell.

“In biology, ontocyclic development is a fundamental process that occurs in many organisms.”

2. adjective

Describing the growth or development cycle of an organism, especially in relation to its embryonic stages.

“The ontocyclic pattern observed in this species is crucial for its survival in the wild.”

Synonyms

  • embryonic
  • ontogenetic

Antonyms

  • adult
  • teleomorphic