isomorphic

adjective

iso·​mor·​phic ˌī-sə-ˈmȯr-fik How to pronounce isomorphic (audio)
1
a
: being of identical or similar form, shape, or structure
isomorphic crystals
b
: having sporophytic and gametophytic generations alike in size and shape
2
: related by an isomorphism
isomorphic mathematical rings
isomorphically
ˌī-sə-ˈmȯr-fi-k(ə-)lē How to pronounce isomorphic (audio)
adverb

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Here’s a simple example of two groups, each with two elements, that are isomorphic to each other. — Kevin Hartnett, Quanta Magazine, 23 June 2023 In science, the word isomorphic is used to refer to things that share a common form or relationship. — Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2021

Word History

First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of isomorphic was in 1862

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isomorphic

adjective
iso·​mor·​phic ˌī-sə-ˈmȯr-fik How to pronounce isomorphic (audio)
: being of identical or similar form or shape or structure
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