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polygenetic
(poly|gen¦et¦ic)
Pronunciation:
/ˌpɒlɪdʒɪˈnɛtɪk/
adjective
relating to polygenesis; having more than one origin or source.
Geology
denoting or originating from a volcano that has erupted several times:
polygenetic conglomerate
Derivatives
polygenetically
adverb
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