identical
adjective
- the very same
- exactly alike or equal: often followed by with or to
- designating twins, always of the same sex, developed from a single fertilized ovum and very much alike in physical appearance
See identical in American Heritage Dictionary 4
(ī-dĕnˈtĭ-kəl)
adjective- Being the same: another orator who used the senator's identical words.
- Exactly equal and alike.
- Having such a close similarity or resemblance as to be essentially equal or interchangeable.
- Biology Of or relating to a twin or twins developed from the same fertilized ovum and having the same genetic makeup and closely similar appearance; monozygotic.
Related Forms:
Usage Note: Some authorities on usage specify
with as the preferred preposition after
identical, but either
with or
to is acceptable.
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