idiomorphic
|i-di-o-mor-phic|
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/ˌɪdiəˈmɔrfɪk/
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/ˌɪdiəˈmɔːfɪk/
distinct form
Etymology
Etymology Information
'idiomorphic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'idiomorphos,' where 'idio-' meant 'distinct' and 'morphos' meant 'form.'
Historical Evolution
'idiomorphos' transformed into the modern English word 'idiomorphic' through scientific terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'distinct form,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a distinct form or shape; specifically, having a form characteristic of a particular mineral species.
The crystal was idiomorphic, displaying its unique geometric shape.
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Last updated: 2025/07/17 22:22