Definition of Self-fertilization

1. Noun. Fertilization by the union of male and female gametes from the same individual.

Exact synonyms: Self-fertilisation
Generic synonyms: Fecundation, Fertilisation, Fertilization, Impregnation
Specialized synonyms: Autogamy
Antonyms: Cross-fertilization

Definition of Self-fertilization

1. Noun. The fertilization of a plant by itself; self-pollination. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Medical Definition of Self-fertilization

1. The fertilization of a flower by pollen from the same flower and without outer aid; autogamy. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Self-fertilization

self-evident
self-evident truth
self-evidently
self-examination
self-examining
self-excitation
self-existence
self-existent
self-explanatory
self-expression
self-feeder
self-feeling
self-fertile
self-fertilisation
self-fertilised
self-fertilization (current term)
self-fertilized
self-flagellation
self-flattery
self-forgetful
self-fulfilling
self-fulfilling prophecies
self-fulfilling prophecy
self-fulfillment
self-generated
self-giving
self-governing
self-government
self-gratification
self-harm

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