heterotopic


het·ero·top·ic

adj \-rə-ˈtä-pik\

Definition of HETEROTOPIC

: occurring in an abnormal place <heterotopic bone formation> <heterotopic liver transplant>

Origin of HETEROTOPIC

heter- + Greek topos place
First Known Use: 1878

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