asexual

Adjective

Without sexual feelings or associations; non-sexual. In biology, it refers to reproduction not involving the fusion of gametes.

ریشه

From the prefix 'a-' meaning 'not' + 'sexual' from the Latin 'sexualis' meaning 'relating to sex'.

مثال

• Some people identify as asexual, meaning they do not experience sexual attraction.
• Asexual reproduction occurs in many single-celled organisms.
• The amoeba is an example of an asexual organism.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Asexual reproduction Asexual organism Asexual propagation Asexual division Asexual cycle