heterotomous

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English

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Etymology 1

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From hetero- +‎ -tomous.

Adjective

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heterotomous (not comparable)

  1. (mineralogy) Having a cleavage different from the common variety.

Etymology 2

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From heterotomy +‎ -ous

Adjective

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heterotomous (not comparable)

  1. (zoology) Exhibiting heterotomy.