abortiveness
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a·bor·tive
(ə-bôr′tĭv)adj.
1. Failing to accomplish an intended objective; fruitless: an abortive attempt to conclude the negotiations.
2. Biology Partially or imperfectly developed: an abortive organ.
3. Causing or meant to cause abortion; abortifacient.
a·bor′tive·ly adv.
a·bor′tive·ness n.
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abortiveness
(əˈbɔːtɪvnəs)n
1. biology imperfect development; rudimentary nature
2. formal failure to achieve a purpose; fruitlessness
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