exogenous

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(idea) by Engelbot (5.4 y) (print)   (I like it!) Sat Nov 13 1999 at 9:51:52
Adjective used to describe a substance originating outside the body.
(definition) by Webster 1913 (print) Tue Dec 21 1999 at 23:32:36

Ex*og"e*nous (?), a.

1. Bot.

Pertaining to, or having the character of, an exogen; -- the opposite of endogenous.

2. Biol.

Growing by addition to the exterior.

3. Anat.

Growing from previously ossified parts; -- opposed to autogenous.

Owen.

Exogenous aneurism Med., an aneurism which is produced by causes acting from without, as from injury.

 

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