Vocabulary : Epigenesis to Epigram

Epigenesis : The theory of generation which holds that the germ is created entirely new, not merely expanded, by the procreative power of the parents. It is opposed to the theory of evolution, also to syngenesis.
Epigenesist : One who believes in, or advocates the theory of, epigenesis.
Epigenetic : Of or pertaining to the epigenesis; produced according to the theory of epigenesis.
Epigeous : Same as Epigaeous.
Epigeum : See Perigee.

Epiglottic : Pertaining to, or connected with, the epiglottis.
Epiglottidean : Same as Epiglottic.
Epiglottis : A cartilaginous lidlike appendage which closes the glottis while food or drink is passing while food or drink is passing through the pharynx.
Epignathous : Hook-billed; having the upper mandible longer than the lower.
Epigram : A short poem treating concisely and pointedly of a single thought or event. The modern epigram is so contrived as to surprise the reader with a witticism or ingenious turn of thought, and is often satirical in character. ;; An effusion of wit; a bright thought tersely and sharply expressed, whether in verse or prose. ;; The style of the epigram.

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