anisogamous

[ an-ahy-sog-uh-muhs ]

adjective

, Biology.

1. reproducing by the fusion of dissimilar gametes or individuals, usually differing in size.

Word History and Origins

Origin of anisogamous¹

First recorded in 1900–05; aniso- + -gamous

Example Sentences

The gametes unite in couples, each couple being most probably composed of dissimilar members: in other words, conjugation is slightly anisogamous.

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