pullulation

Noun
Synonyms: gemmation

WordNet 3.0

Noun (2)

  1. asexual reproduction in which a local growth on the surface or in the body of the parent becomes a separate individualSynonyms: gemmation
  2. a rapid and abundant increase
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Webster's Dictionary (GCIDE)

Pullulation \Pul`lu*la"tion\, n. [Cf. F. pullulation.] A germinating, or budding. --Dr. H. More. [1913 Webster]
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