homotype /ho·mo·type/ (ho´mo-tīp) a part having reversed symmetry with its mate, as the hand.homotyp´ic
homotype
ho·mo·type (h  m -t p , h m-)n. A part or organ that has the same structure or function as another, especially to a corresponding one on the opposite side of the body. ho mo·typic (-t pk), homo·typi·cal adj. |
homotype
[hō′mōtīp]
any structure or body part, such as a hand or foot, that appears in reversed symmetry with a similar part.
homotype
a part having reversed symmetry with its mate, as for example the paw.
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