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heterologic

 

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Adjective heterologic has 1 sense
  1. heterologous, heterologic, heterological - not corresponding in structure or evolutionary origin

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Heterologic

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Referring to a word that does not describe itself; a word that does not follow its own definition.

Example Sentence 1: The word "monosyllabic" is heterologic, as it is not itself monosyllabic.

Sense 2: Describing a statement or sentence that contradicts itself.

Example Sentence 2: "This sentence is false" is a classic example of a heterologic sentence.

Sense 3: In linguistics, relating to languages or dialects that have certain grammatical features, vocabulary, or pronunciation specific to a particular region or locality.

Example Sentence 3: The study of heterologic languages helps in understanding unique cultural aspects of a specific region.

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