Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

homogenous-population

noun

huh-muhn-uh-guhs pop-yuh-lay-shuhn

Definition

A group of individuals that are similar in certain characteristics or traits.

Examples

The homogenous population of the village made it easy for researchers to study cultural practices.
In biology, a homogenous population can refer to a species that has little genetic variation.
The school maintained a homogenous population for several years before diversifying its enrollment.

Meaning

A homogenous population refers to a population composed of individuals who share common features, such as genetics, culture, or behavior, leading to uniformity within the group.