allometry
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/əˈlɒmətri/
size and shape relationship
Etymology
Etymology Information
'allometry' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'allos,' meaning 'other,' and 'metron,' meaning 'measure.'
Historical Evolution
'allos' and 'metron' combined to form the term 'allometry' in the early 20th century, used in biological contexts.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'different measure,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of studying size and shape relationships.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the study of the relationship of body size to shape, anatomy, physiology, and behavior.
Allometry is crucial in understanding how different species adapt to their environments.
Synonyms
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