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Definition of physiogenic in English:

physiogenic

Pronunciation /ˌfɪzɪə(ʊ)ˈdʒɛnɪk/

adjective

  • 1Biology
    rare Of or relating to the development or evolution of physiological functions. Compare physiogeny .

  • 2Having a physiological or physical origin or cause. Also (especially of an immunological phenomenon): having a normal or beneficial physiological role.

Origin

Late 19th century; earliest use found in The Century Dictionary. From physio- + -genic.