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From abiotic + -ally or a- + biotically.
First known use, by meaning
- mid 20ᵗʰ century. In an abiotic manner; in the absence of life.
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abiotically
Today it means: In an abiotic manner; in the absence of life. Full definition →
First used mid 20ᵗʰ century.