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ecesis
[ ih-see-sis ]
/ ɪˈsi sɪs /
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noun Ecology.
the establishment of an immigrant plant in a new environment.
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Origin of ecesis
1900–05; <Greek oíkēsis an inhabiting, equivalent to oikē-, variant stem of oikeîn to inhabit (derivative of oîkos house) + -sis-sis
OTHER WORDS FROM ecesis
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How to use ecesis in a sentence
Invasion into a new area or a plant community begins with migration when this is followed by ecesis.
Introduction to the Science of Sociology|Robert E. ParkIn an area already occupied by plants, ecesis and competition are concomitant and quickly produce reactions.
Introduction to the Science of Sociology|Robert E. ParkThey may affect invasion either by limiting migration or by preventing ecesis.
Introduction to the Science of Sociology|Robert E. Park
British Dictionary definitions for ecesis
ecesis
/ (ɪˈsiːsɪs) /
noun
the establishment of a plant in a new environment
Word Origin for ecesis
C20: from Greek oikēsis a dwelling in, from oikein to inhabit; related to oikos a house
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