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anisogamous

[ an-ahy-sog-uh-muhs ]

adjective

, Biology.
  1. reproducing by the fusion of dissimilar gametes or individuals, usually differing in size.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of anisogamous1

First recorded in 1900–05; aniso- + -gamous

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