homogenous

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English

Etymology

homo- +‎ gene +‎ -ous

Pronunciation

  • Lua error in Module:parameters at line 95: Parameter 1 should be a valid language or etymology language code; the value "RP" is not valid. See WT:LOL and WT:LOL/E. IPA(key): /həˈmɒdʒɪnəs/
  • Lua error in Module:parameters at line 95: Parameter 1 should be a valid language or etymology language code; the value "GenAm" is not valid. See WT:LOL and WT:LOL/E. IPA(key): /həˈmɑdʒɪnəs/
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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]