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Agenesis

Definition:

Agenesis refers to the complete absence or underdevelopment of a body part or organ, often due to a genetic or developmental disorder.

Senses:

1. Medical:

In the medical context, agenesis refers to the failure of an organ or body part to develop during embryonic growth, leading to its complete absence.

Example sentence: The patient was diagnosed with renal agenesis, resulting in the absence of one of their kidneys.

2. Dental:

In dentistry, agenesis commonly refers to the congenital absence of one or more permanent teeth in the oral cavity.

Example sentence: The orthodontist recommended a dental implant to replace the missing tooth due to agenesis.

3. Botany:

In botany, agenesis describes the failure of a plant's reproductive organs, such as stamens, to develop.

Example sentence: The flower exhibited agenesis, lacking stamens and therefore unable to produce seeds.

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