cryptogenic
Of uncertain origin, either introduced or native to its areaOf uncertain origin, either introduced or native to its area.
Meaning
3 senses(not comparable)Of uncertain origin, either introduced or native to its area.
(not comparable)Presumed but not proven to be caused by an abnormality in a particular part of the brain (contrasts with symptomatic and idiopathic).
(not comparable)Of uncertain cause.
Origin
From crypto- + -genic.From crypto- + -genic.
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