The meaning of HOMOLOGOUS is having the same relative position, value, or structure. How to use homologous in a sentence. Did you know?

HOMOLOGOUS definition: 1. having a similar position, structure, value, or purpose: 2. having the same origin although now…. Learn more.

Dec 11, 2025 · (biology) For a discussion of the use of the term "homology" (and by association "homologous") in biology, see: Patterson, Colin. "Homology in Classical and Molecular Biology."

Definition of homologous adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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Genetics having the same alleles or genes in the same order of arrangement: homologous chromosomes. Chemistry of the same chemical type, but differing by a fixed increment of an …

HOMOLOGOUS definition: having the same or a similar relation; corresponding, as in relative position or structure. See examples of homologous used in a sentence.

corresponding in structure and in origin, but not necessarily in function The wing of a bird and the foreleg of a horse are homologous

Something homologous is similar in function to something else. You might say that your dog's hind legs and your legs are homologous, because they have similar structure and function. …

(Biology) biology (of organs and parts) having the same evolutionary origin but different functions: the wing of a bat and the paddle of a whale are homologous.