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Definition of Gonochorism
1. n. Separation of the sexes in different individuals; -- opposed to hermaphroditism.
Medical Definition of Gonochorism
1. Separation of the sexes in different individuals; opposed to hermaphroditism. In ontogony, differentiation of male and female individuals from embryos having the same rudimentary sexual organs. In phylogeny, the evolution of distinct sexes in species previously hermaphrodite or sexless. Origin: Gr. Offspring + to separate. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Gonochorism
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