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homotype

[ hoh-muh-tahyp, hom-uh- ]
/ ˈhoʊ məˌtaɪp, ˈhɒm ə- /
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noun Biology.
an organ or part having a structure similar to that of another organ or part; homologue.
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Origin of homotype

First recorded in 1830–40; homo- + type
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