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ecesis
[ ih-see-sis ]
noun
, Ecology.
- the establishment of an immigrant plant in a new environment.
ecesis
/ ɪˈsiːsɪs /
noun
- the establishment of a plant in a new environment
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- e·cesic adjective
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Word History and Origins
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Word History and Origins
Origin of ecesis1
C20: from Greek oikēsis a dwelling in, from oikein to inhabit; related to oikos a house
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Example Sentences
Invasion into a new area or a plant community begins with migration when this is followed by ecesis.
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In an area already occupied by plants, ecesis and competition are concomitant and quickly produce reactions.
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They may affect invasion either by limiting migration or by preventing ecesis.
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