Definition of Homologous

being alike in function or structure

Examples of Homologous in a sentence

As an organ donor, Ted is a homologous match to Peter so he can give him one of his kidneys.  🔊

The two stores may have different prices, but they are homologous because they offer the same goods.  🔊

Because of advances in medical technology, Matt’s artificial leg is almost completely homologous to his natural limb.  🔊

The man was arrested for murder when lab results proved his genetic material was homologous to the DNA found at the crime scene.  🔊

While rabbit and bird extremities are shaped in a different manner, the two animals do have bones which are alike or homologous.  🔊

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