1. having only one form or shape
Usage: biology; technical
2. showing little variation in structure or appearance within a species or group
Usage: biology

Examples

• The monomorphic bacteria all looked identical under the microscope.
• Unlike many bird species, these finches are monomorphic with no difference between males and females.
• The crystal structure remained monomorphic throughout the experiment.
• Scientists studied the monomorphic characteristics of the cell population.
• The monomorphic nature of the species made classification easier.
• Researchers noted the monomorphic pattern in the genetic samples.