heterogamy
The state of conjugating gametes that are different in size, structure and functionThe state of conjugating gametes that are different in size, structure and function.
Meaning
2 senses(uncountable, usually)The state of conjugating gametes that are different in size, structure and function.
(uncountable, usually)Marriage or similar union between people of different sexes, or social strata, such as races.
Origin
From hetero- + -gamy.From hetero- + -gamy.
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Forms
plural: heterogamies| Singular | heterogamy |
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uncountable
Synonyms
7 synonymsAntonyms
6 antonymsWord family
1 related wordsDerivedheterogamic
Lessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Countable and uncountable nouns — Because it can be uncountable