cogeneric

/kɒˈdʒɛnərɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having the same genus; belonging to the same genus

“The two species are cogeneric, indicating a possible common ancestor.”

2. noun

A genus of organisms

“The biologist studied the cogeneric species in the lab.”

3. noun

A group of organisms of the same genus

“The cogeneric group of plants has been widely studied.”

Synonyms

  • congeneric
  • genus

Antonyms

  • distinct
  • specific