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Definitions for superfecundation
ˌsu pərˌfi kənˈdeɪ ʃən, -ˌfɛk ən-su·per·fe·cun·da·tion
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Princeton's WordNet
superfecundationnoun
fertilization of two or more ova released during the same menstrual cycle by sperm from separate acts of coitus (especially by different males)
Wiktionary
superfecundationnoun
the fertilisation of two or more ova by sperm from separate acts of sexual intercourse, which can lead to twins with different fathers
Wikipedia
Superfecundation
Superfecundation is the fertilization of two or more ova from the same cycle by sperm from separate acts of sexual intercourse, which can lead to twin babies from two separate biological fathers. The term superfecundation is derived from fecund, meaning the ability to produce offspring. Homopaternal superfecundation is fertilization of two separate ova from the same father, leading to fraternal twins, while heteropaternal superfecundation is a form of atypical twinning where, genetically, the twins are half siblings – sharing the same mother, but with different fathers.
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superfecundation
Superfecundation is a biological phenomenon in which two or more eggs, produced during the same menstrual cycle, are fertilized by sperm from separate acts of sexual intercourse, which can occur up to a week apart. As a result, the woman becomes pregnant with twins or multiple babies who have different fathers. This phenomenon can occur in both humans and animals.
Webster Dictionary
Superfecundationnoun
fertilization of two ova, at the same menstruation, by two different acts of coition
Wikidata
Superfecundation
Superfecundation is the fertilization of two or more ova from the same cycle by sperm from separate acts of sexual intercourse. The term superfecundation is derived from fecund, meaning the ability to produce offspring. Heteropaternal superfecundation occurs when two different males father fraternal twins. When the parents of fraternal twins are involved in a paternity suit, the odds are about 1 in 40 that the children are actually half-siblings. In common usage, the term superfecundation is often used instead of heteropaternal superfecundation. The terms are practically equivalent because, though it is speculated that superfecundation by the same father is a common occurrence, it can only be proven to have occurred when there are multiple fathers.
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
Superfecundation
sū-pėr-fek-un-dā′shun, n. the impregnation of two or more ova at the same stage of development by different acts of coition.
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of superfecundation in Chaldean Numerology is: 1
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of superfecundation in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2
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