HOMOGENOUS

homogeneous, homogenous

(adjective) all of the same or similar kind or nature; “a close-knit homogeneous group”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adjective

homogenous (comparative more homogenous, superlative most homogenous)

(biology) Having the same genetic structure; exhibiting homogeny

(proscribed) Alternative form of homogeneous

Usage notes

According to The Oxford Guide to English Usage, the word homogenous is a frequent error for homogeneous. According to oxforddictionaries.com, homogenous for homogeneous is traditionally seen as an error, but is now frequent and can be regarded as an established variant.

Source: Wiktionary


Ho*mog"e*nous, a. (Biol.)

Definition: Having a resemblance in structure, due to descent from a common progenitor with subsequent modification; homogenetic; -- applied both to animals and plants. See Homoplastic.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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