Definition

In a way that relates to the concept of homology, which is the study of similarities in structure or function between different organisms or systems due to shared ancestry.

Example

The researchers analyzed the data homologically to understand the evolutionary relationships between the species.

Conversation

Have you ever studied how genes are related homologically?

Not really, but it sounds interesting!

Yeah, it's fascinating to see how traits are passed down homologically through generations.

I can imagine! It must reveal a lot about evolution.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Homologically → It is formed from "homo-" (from Greek "homos", meaning same) and "logia" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or discourse). The word "homologically" refers to something that pertains to the study or discourse of sameness or similarity in structure or form.

Memory Tip

Think of 'same' ('homo-') and 'study' ('logia') to remember that 'homologically' relates to the study of sameness.

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