homogenous

English

Etymology

homo- +‎ gene +‎ -ous

Pronunciation

• (Received Pronunciation) IPA^(key): /həˈmɒdʒɪnəs/
• (General American) IPA^(key): /həˈmɑdʒɪnəs/

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• Rhymes: -ɒdʒɪnəs

Adjective

homogenous (comparative more homogenous, superlative most homogenous)

1. (biology) Having the same genetic structure; exhibiting homogeny
2. (proscribed) Alternative form of homogeneous

Usage notes

According to The Oxford Guide to English Usage, the word homogenous is a frequent error for homogeneous. According to oxforddictionaries.com, homogenous for homogeneous is traditionally seen as an error, but is now frequent and can be regarded as an established variant. [1]