2. Noun. (biology) Larval or preadult reproduction in some insects. ¹
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Definition of Pedogenesis
1. [n -GENESES]
Medical Definition of Pedogenesis
1. Permanent larval stage with sexual development, as in certain gall midges (genus Miastor). Compare: neoteny. Origin: G. Pais (paid-), child, + genesis, origin (05 Mar 2000)