homeomorph
noun
ho·meo·morph
Definition of homeomorph
-s
: an individual bearing a superficial resemblance to another; specifically : a crystalline substance exhibiting homeomorphism
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Origin and Etymology of homeomorph
International Scientific Vocabulary home- + -morph
First Known Use: circa 1889
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