homotaxic

/hɒməʊˈtæksɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having or relating to a taxonomic system in which organisms are arranged in categories of equal rank.

“The botanist preferred the homotaxic classification system for its simplicity and ease of use.”

2. noun

A taxonomic system in which organisms are arranged in categories of equal rank.

“The researcher spent years studying the homotaxic system of plant classification.”

Synonyms

  • monothetic
  • uniformitarian

Antonyms

  • anisian
  • heterotaxic