| ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷|mȯrfik adjective
or mono·mor·phous -fəs
Etymology: mon- + -morphic, -morphous
1. : having but a single form : exhibiting the same or essentially similar structure in all members — used especially of a taxonomic group
2.
a. : retaining the same form throughout various stages of development — used of an ametabolic insect
b. : having but one structural pattern — used of a primitive worker ant; compare polymorphic
3. : producing spores of one form or kind — used of a plant