Heterogynous
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Heterogynous is an adjective meaning (zoology) Having females very unlike the males in form and structure.
Meaning
(zoology) Having females very unlike the males in form and structure.
More Meanings
- (zoology) Having females of two different kinds, one sexual and the other abortive or neuter, as ants or bees.
Example Sentences
Some heterogynous insects have winged males and wingless females.
Synonyms for heterogynous
Depending on context, synonyms include sexodimorphic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include heterotomous, heterogonous, heteromorphous, heterosomatous, heteropodal, heterogamous.
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