heterotomous

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adjective

Having a cleavage different from the common variety.

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Meanings

heterotomous1

adjectiveheterotomous (not comparable)
  1. not comparablechemistryHaving a cleavage different from the common variety.

heterotomous2

adjectiveheterotomous (not comparable)
  1. not comparablebiologyExhibiting heterotomy.

Origin

heterotomous · adjective

From hetero- + -tomous.

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heterotomous · adjective

From heterotomy + -ous

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heterotomous. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 4, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/heterotomous

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Chicago

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