heteromorphic

heteromorphic
heteromorphism, heteromorphy, n.
/het'euhr euh mawr"fik/, adj.
1. Biol. dissimilar in shape, structure, or magnitude.
2. Entomol. undergoing complete metamorphosis; possessing varying forms.
[1860-65; HETERO- + -MORPHIC]

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