ecesis

[ih-see-sis]

noun Ecology.

the establishment of an immigrant plant in a new environment.

Origin of ecesis

1900–05; < Greek oíkēsis an inhabiting, equivalent to oikē-, variant stem of oikeîn to inhabit (derivative of oîkos house) + -sis -sis

Related formse·ce·sic, adjective

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Historical Examples of ecesis

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. Park
In an area already occupied by plants, ecesis and competition are concomitant and quickly produce reactions.
Introduction to the Science of Sociology
Robert E. Park

British Dictionary definitions for ecesis

ecesis

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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