homomorphism

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A structure-preserving map between two algebraic structures of the same type, such as groups, rings, or vector spaces.
  2. A similar appearance of two unrelated organisms or structures, as for example with fish and whales.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

homomorphism homomorphisms

Etymology

From homo- + morphism.

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