HOMOLOGICAL

homologic, homological

(adjective) similar in evolutionary origin but not in function

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Adjective

homological (not comparable)

(biology) Having a similar evolutionary origin; homologous.

(mathematics) Having to do with homology.

(grammar) Of an adjective, describing itself.

Synonyms

• (biology): homologic

• (grammar): autological

Source: Wiktionary


Ho`mo*log"ic*al, a.

Definition: Pertaining to homology; having a structural affinity proceeding from, or base upon, that kind of relation termed homology.

– Ho`mo*log"ic*al*ly, adv.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Word of the Day

23 November 2024

THEORETICAL

(adjective) concerned primarily with theories or hypotheses rather than practical considerations; “theoretical science”


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