ecesis
[ih-see-sis]
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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
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Invasion into a new area or a plant community begins with migration when this is followed by ecesis.
Introduction to the Science of SociologyRobert E. Park
In an area already occupied by plants, ecesis and competition are concomitant and quickly produce reactions.
Introduction to the Science of SociologyRobert E. Park
ecesis
noun
Word Origin for ecesis
C20: from Greek oikēsis a dwelling in, from oikein to inhabit; related to oikos a house
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