word
polymorphic
pol-ee-MOR-fik
ˌpɒliˈmɔːrfɪkListen
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Syllable breakdown
polymorphic
Dictionary meaning
Having or assuming many different forms; in computing, relating to or exhibiting polymorphism; in biology, occurring in several distinct forms.
History and origin
Greek — poly (many) + morphē (form).
Common mispronunciations
POL-ee-mor-fikpoly-MOR-fik
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