heterosomati Meaning, Definition & Usage

Het`e*ro*so"ma*ti noun plural

Etymology

NL., fr. Gr. other + , , body.

Definitions

1. (Zoöl.) An order of fishes, comprising the flounders, halibut, sole, etc., having the body and head asymmetrical, with both eyes on one side. Called also Heterosomata, Heterosomi.