progamic

/ˈproʊɡæmɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or used in progenesis, the phenomenon where an organism reaches reproductive maturity before it reaches full physical maturity.

“The study focused on the progamic characteristics of the new species.”

2. noun

a term used to describe an organism that has reached reproductive maturity before it has reached full physical maturity.

“The scientists observed the progamic behavior of the young animals.”

Synonyms

  • prematurely mature
  • prematurely reproductive

Antonyms

  • late maturity
  • postponed maturity