exogamic | ||
1. | [ adjective ] (biology) characterized by or fit for fertilization by a flower that is not closely related | |
Synonyms: | exogamous | |
Related terms: | autogamic endogamic botany exogamous | |
2. | [ adjective ] (anthropology) pertaining to or characterized by the custom of marrying only outside the limits of a clan or tribe | |
Synonyms: | exogamous outside-group | |
Related terms: | endogamic anthropology exogamous outbred | |
Similar spelling: |
exogamy exogenic exogamous |