allotriomorphic
|al-lo-trio-mor-phic|
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/əˌlɒtriəˈmɔrfɪk/
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/əˌlɒtrɪəˈmɔːfɪk/
different form
Etymology
Etymology Information
'allotriomorphic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'allotrios,' where 'allos' meant 'other' and 'morphe' meant 'form.'
Historical Evolution
'allotrios' transformed into the scientific term 'allotriomorphic' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having a different form,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having a form not determined by its own crystal structure.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describing a mineral or rock that has a form not determined by its own crystal structure but by the surrounding environment.
The allotriomorphic texture of the rock was evident under the microscope.
Synonyms
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