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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The state of conjugating gametes that are different in size, structure and function. uncountable, usually
2. 2
   Marriage or similar union between people of different sexes, or social strata, such as races. uncountable, usually

Synonyms

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anisogamyconjugationendogamyexogamyextramarriagehomogamy

Antonyms

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endogamyexogamyextramarriagehomogamy

Etymology

From hetero- + -gamy.

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