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congenerous

/kənˈdʒɛn.ər.əs/

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adjective

/kənˈdʒɛn.ər.əs/formalobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее прилагательное, означающее имеющий ту же природу, вид или происхождение; родственный или сходный.

An obsolete adjective meaning having the same nature, kind, or origin; akin or similar.

  1. Belonging to the same genusC2formal

    Describing organisms or things that share the same genus or kind.

    ruОтносящийся к тому же роду

    • The two plant species are congenerous, both belonging to the genus Rosa.
    • These beetles are congenerous, sharing similar morphological traits.
    • The biologist classified the fossils as congenerous with modern species.

    Synonymscongenericcongenerical

Forms
  • more congenerous comparative form
  • most congenerous superlative form