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anisogamous

[ an-ahy-sog-uh-muhs ]

adjective

Biology.
  1. reproducing by the fusion of dissimilar gametes or individuals, usually differing in size.
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Word History and Origins

Origin of anisogamous1

First recorded in 1900–05; aniso- + -gamous
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Example Sentences

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The gametes unite in couples, each couple being most probably composed of dissimilar members: in other words, conjugation is slightly anisogamous.

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