heterotomous

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English

Etymology 1

From hetero- +‎ -tomous.

Adjective

heterotomous (not comparable)

  1. (mineralogy) Having a cleavage different from the common variety.

Etymology 2

From heterotomy +‎ -ous

Adjective

heterotomous (not comparable)

  1. (zoology) Exhibiting heterotomy.