polymorphism | ||
1. | [ noun ] (chemistry) the existence of different kinds of crystal of the same chemical compound | |
Synonyms: | pleomorphism | |
Related terms: | chemical_phenomenon dimorphism chemistry | |
2. | [ noun ] (biology) the existence of two or more forms of individuals within the same animal species (independent of sex differences) | |
Related terms: | organic_phenomenon dimorphism biology | |
Similar spelling: |
polymorph polymorphic polymorphous polymorphemic pleomorphism |