a. [f. Gr. ἐπιγεν-ής (see EPIGENE) + -IC.] Originating above the surface of the earth.
1882. Athenæum, 28 Oct., 566/3. Great changes which are being wrought upon the surface of the earth … partly by epigenic forces working from above.
a. [f. Gr. ἐπιγεν-ής (see EPIGENE) + -IC.] Originating above the surface of the earth.
1882. Athenæum, 28 Oct., 566/3. Great changes which are being wrought upon the surface of the earth … partly by epigenic forces working from above.
