Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
homologous
adjective
/həˈmɒl.ə.ɡəs/
Definition
having the same relation, relative position, or structure
Examples
- The forelimbs of humans and bats are homologous structures.
- Homologous chromosomes exchange genetic information during meiosis.
Meaning
In biology, ‘homologous’ refers to structures or genes that share a common ancestry, even if their functions may differ.
Synonyms
- equivalent
- similar
- comparable
