| pang | A sudden sharp, brief pain. (05 Mar 2000) |
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| pangenesis | <biology> An hypothesis advanced by Darwin in explanation of heredity. The theory rests on the assumption, that the whole organization, in the sense of every separate atom or unit, reproduces itself, the cells throwing off minute granules called gemmules, which circulate freely throughout the system and multiply by subdivision. These gemmules collect in the reproductive organs and products, or in buds, so that the egg or bud contains gemmules from all parts of the parent or parents, which in development give rise to cells in the offspring similar to those from which they were given off in the parent. The hypothesis also assumes that these gemmules need not in all cases develop into cells, but may lie dormant, and be transmitted from generation to generation without producing a noticeable effect until a case of atavism occurs. Origin: Pan- + genesis. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
| pangenetic | <biology> Of or pertaining to pangenesis. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
| panglossia | Abnormal or pathologic garrulousness. See: logorrhoea. Origin: pan-+ G. Glossa, tongue (05 Mar 2000) |
| pangolin | <zoology> Any one of several species of Manis, Pholidotus, and related genera, found in Africa and Asia. They are covered with imbricated scales, and feed upon ants. Synonym: scaly ant-eater. Origin: Malay panglang. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
| breast pang | A paroxysmal thoracic pain, with a failing of suffocation and impending death, due, most often, to anoxia of the myocardium and precipitated by effort or excitement. (18 Nov 1997) |
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