I. ˈhed.ə(ˌ)rō adjective
Etymology: heter-
: relating to or being an atom or element other than the predominating or significant one (as carbon) especially in a ring of a molecule or compound
hetero atoms such as nitrogen or oxygen
II. ˈhed.ə(ˌ)rō noun
( -s )
Etymology: by shortening
: heterosexual
• het·ero adjective