adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   Composed of solitary parts, as a flower with one sepal, one petal, one stamen, and one pistil not-comparable
2. 2
   Having only one joint; said of the foot of certain insects not-comparable

Synonyms

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Etymology

From mono- + -merous, ultimately from Ancient Greek roots meaning "a single part".

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