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(părˊȧ-jĕn′ĭk)

Adj.

[Pref.

para-

the root of

γένοσ

birth.]

(Biol.)

Originating in the character of the germ, or at the first commencement of an individual; – said of peculiarities of structure, character, etc.

paragenic ‎(not comparable)

(biology) Originating in the character of the germ, or at the first commencement of an individual; said of peculiarities of structure, character, etc.