EXOGAMOUS

exogamous, exogamic

(adjective) pertaining to or characterized by the custom of marrying only outside the limits of a clan or tribe

exogamous, exogamic

(adjective) characterized by or fit for fertilization by a flower that is not closely related

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adjective

exogamous (comparative more exogamous, superlative most exogamous)

(biology, marriage) Of or relating to exogamy.

Antonyms

• endogamous

Source: Wiktionary


Ex*og"a*mous, a. Etym: [Exo- + Gr.

Definition: Relating to exogamy; marrying outside of the limits of one's own tribe; -- opposed to endogenous.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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