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Definition of Heteracanth

1. a. Having the spines of the dorsal fin unsymmetrical, or thickened alternately on the right and left sides.

Definition of Heteracanth

1. Adjective. (zoology) Having the spines of the dorsal fin asymmetrical, or thickened alternately on the right and left sides. ¹

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Medical Definition of Heteracanth

1. Having the spines of the dorsal fin unsymmetrical, or thickened alternately on the right and left sides. Origin: Hetero- + Gr. A spine. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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