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)

1. biology imperfect development; rudimentary nature

2. formal failure to achieve a purpose; fruitlessness

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