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Definition of physes - 3 dictionary results

phy⋅sis

[fahy-sis]
–noun, plural -ses [-seez] .
1. the principle of growth or change in nature.
2. nature as the source of growth or change.
3. something that grows, becomes, or develops.

Origin:
< Gk phýsis origin, natural form of a thing; akin to phŷlon race (see phylon )
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Main Entry: physes
plural of PHYSIS

Main Entry: phy·sis
Pronunciation: 'fI-s&s
Function: noun
Inflected Form: plural phy·ses /-"sEz/
: GROWTH PLATE
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