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homonym

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homonym
Biology a name for a species or genus that should be unique but has been used for two or more different organisms


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The Chevalier de Valois of Alencon was accepted by the highest aristocracy of the province as a genuine Valois; and he distinguished himself, like the rest of his homonyms, by excellent manners, which proved him a man of society.
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