homologous
adjective /hə.mɒl.ə.ɡəs/
/hoʊˈmɑː.lə-/ Definition
› formal having a similar position, structure, value, or purposeBeing or appearing similar or the same › specialized in biology, having the same origin although now having a different purpose or shape as a result of evolution (= gradual change over millions of years): The wing of a bat and the arm of a man are homologous structures.Making progress and advancingBecoming better
(Definition of homologous adjective from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus
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Synonyms and related words:
- a passing resemblance idiom
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- answer verb (MATCH)
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