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Hetero

Definition:

The term "hetero" refers to something that is related to or representing the opposite or different gender, primarily used as a prefix to describe diverse characteristics or relationships.

Part of Speech:

As a prefix: Functioning as a combining form.

Senses and Usages:

1. Noun:

- A heterosexual person.

- A person who is attracted to individuals of the opposite sex.

Example: "She realized she was a hetero when she developed feelings for her male best friend."

2. Adjective:

- Pertaining to or being of the opposite or different gender.

- Indicating diverse qualities, objects, or relationships.

Example: "The hetero couple held hands while walking down the street."

3. Adverb:

- Showing or representing characteristics that are different from one's own.

- Indicating a divergence from the expected or norm.

Example: "The artist's new exhibition was hailed as hetero, diverging from their previous abstract works."

4. Prefix:

- Combined with other terms to form compound words related to different genders or diverse elements.

Example: "Heterochromia is a condition where a person's irises are different in color."