GAMIC Definition & Meaning

gamic

[ gam-ik ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adjective

Biology.

sexual ( def 3 ).

gamic

/ ˈɡæ��ɪ�� /

adjective

(esp of reproduction) requiring the fusion of gametes; sexual

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of gamic¹

1855–60; < Greek ��ó�� bridal of marriage, equivalent to ��á�� ( os ) marriage, wedding + -ikos -ic

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of gamic¹

C19: from Greek gamikos of marriage; see gamete

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Gamic, gam′ik, adj. having a sexual character, of an ovum—opp. to Agamic.—ns.

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For Dr Westermarck's general term marriage it would be well to substitute gamé or gamic union, to express all kinds of sexual relationships other than temporary ones.

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