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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Either of a pair of homonyms that have different roots
2. 2
   An organic radical in which the unpaired electron is on an atom other than carbon

Synonyms

All synonyms

etymological hybridetymological hybrid

Etymology

From hetero- + radical; ultimately from Ancient Greek ἕτερος (héteros, “different”) and Latin radix (“root”).

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