Search
Select the dictionary language
homologous
01
reflecting a similarity in arrangement, type, or origin, particularly within the same species
Grammatical Information
Composition
Compound
relational
ungradable
Examples
Within the animal kingdom, one can find homologous bone structures that suggest a shared lineage.
02
originating from a common ancestor but evolving to serve distinct functions
Examples
Different species of plants, despite having homologous features, might employ them for different reproductive strategies.
