isomorphic
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Biology. different in ancestry, but having the same form or appearance.
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Chemistry, Crystallography. isomorphous.
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Mathematics. pertaining to two sets related by an isomorphism.
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There are many different ways to construct the disjoint union using the axioms of set theory, which will not produce exactly the same set but will, necessarily, produce isomorphic ones.
From Scientific American • Sep. 14, 2021
We worked with Michael Moore, The Verge’s reviews coordinator, to lay out the principle items from the guide in an isomorphic arrangement which would then be photographed by Amelia Holowaty Krales.
From The Verge • Dec. 28, 2018
At the other extreme one might say that they are isomorphic: to be legally obligated just is for that reason alone to be morally obligated as well.
From Slate • Oct. 6, 2015
A mathematical structure is a set of isomorphic elements, each of which can be perfectly mapped onto the next.
From Scientific American • Jan. 31, 2014
When the ratios only of the variables are considered, there arises a linear fractional group, with which the corresponding linear homogeneous group is isomorphic.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 6 "Groups, Theory of" to "Gwyniad" by Various
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