homogenous
Definition from Wiktionary, the free dictionary
English[edit]
Etymology[edit]
Pronunciation[edit]
- (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /həˈmɒdʒɪnəs/
- (General American) IPA(key): /həˈmɑdʒɪnəs/, often pronounced as homogeneous, with some dictionaries listing only this pronunciation
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Adjective[edit]
homogenous (comparative more homogenous, superlative most homogenous)
- (biology) Having the same genetic structure; exhibiting homogeny
- (proscribed) Alternative form of homogeneous
Usage notes[edit]
According to The Oxford Guide to English Usage, 'homogenous' is a frequent error for homogeneous.
