Main Entry: evo·lu·tion
Pronunciation: \ˌe-və-ˈlü-shən, ˌē-və-\
Function: noun
Etymology: Latin evolution-, evolutio unrolling, from evolvere
2 a: a process of change in a certain direction : (1): a process of continuous change from a lower, simpler, or worse to a higher, more complex, or better state : d: something evolved
4 a: the historical development of a biological group (as a race or species) : b: a theory that the various types of animals and plants have their origin in other preexisting types and that the distinguishable differences are due to modifications in successive generations; also : the process described by this theory
Friday, November 9, 2007
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