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homologous
adjective(ho-mol-o-gous)
having the same evolutionary origin but not necessarily the same function
Antonyms: analogous, heterologous,
Examples:
The wing of a bat and the arm of a man are homologous.
homologous
(ho-mol-o-gous)
corresponding or similar in position or structure or function or characteristics; especially derived from an organism of the same species
Antonyms: autologous, heterologous,
Examples:
A homologous tissue graft.

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