-zygous

adjective combining form

Definition of -ZYGOUS

: having (such) a zygotic constitution <heterozygous>

Greek -zygos yoked, from zygon yoke — more at yoke

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adjective combining form -zy·gous \ˈzī-gəs\

: having (such) a zygotic constitution <heterozygous>

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