| Homo | 1. <zoology> The genus of Primates that includes humans. Homo sapiens, modern human beings. Origin: L. Man 2. <prefix> Combining form meaning the same, alike; opposite of hetero-. 3. <chemistry> A prefix used to indicate insertion of one more carbon atom in a chain (i.e., insertion of a methylene moiety). Origin: G. Homos, the same (21 Jun 2000) |
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