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homologous, homological, homologic 1. Chem (of a series of organic compounds) having similar characteristics and structure but differing by a number of CH2 groups 2. Med a. (of two or more tissues) identical in structure b. (of a vaccine) prepared from the infecting microorganism 3. Biology (of organs and parts) having the same evolutionary origin but different functions 4. Maths (of elements) playing a similar role in distinct figures or functions How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The several parts of the body which are homologous, and which, at an early embryonic period, are alike, seem liable to vary in an allied manner: we see this in the right and left sides of the body varying in the same manner; in the front and hind legs, and even in the jaws and limbs, varying together, for the lower jaw is believed to be homologous with the limbs. |
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