n. [ From L. congener. See Congenerous. ] A thing of the same genus, species, or kind; a thing allied in nature, character, or action. [ 1913 Webster ]
The cherry tree has been often grafted on the laurel, to which it is a congener. P. Miller. [ 1913 Webster ]
Our elk is more polygamous in his habits than any other deer except his congener, the red deer of Europe. Caton. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. Similarity of origin; affinity. [ Obs. ] Dr. H. More. [ 1913 Webster ]
a. [ L. congener; con- + genus, generis, birth, kind, race. See Genus, and cf. Congener. ] Allied in origin or cause; congeneric;
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