Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling homoeosis, especially in the development of an organ or part from another part of the body, often in a genetically determined way.

“The scientist studied the homoeotic mutations in the fruit fly population.”

2. noun

a phenomenon or process in which a part of an organism develops into a different part or type of tissue, often resulting in an abnormal or altered form.

“The homoeotic transformation of the wing into a leg was a key finding in the genetic study.”