Heterosis Definition

hetərōsis
noun
A phenomenon resulting from hybridization, in which offspring display greater vigor, size, resistance, etc. than the parents.
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Other Word Forms of Heterosis

Noun

Singular:
heterosis
Plural:
heteroses

Origin of Heterosis

  • From hetero- +‎ -osis

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Words Starting With

HHEHET

Words Ending With

SISSIS

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Words Starting With H and Ending With S

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