homeotypic

/həʊmiːˈɒtpɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of cells or tissues that develop into the same type of cell or tissue as the parent cell or tissue.

“The homeotypic growth of the plant was remarkable, with identical cells forming across the entire surface.”

2. noun

cells or tissues that develop into the same type of cell or tissue as the parent cell or tissue.

“The researcher studied the homeotypic clusters and their potential applications in medicine.”

Synonyms

  • homologous
  • isomorphic

Antonyms

  • heterotypic