Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Monophyletic.
Monophyletic - as an adjective
Of, pertaining to, or affecting a single phylum (or other taxon) of organisms.
Deriving from a single clade (monophylum).
Descending from a single ancestral species.
Example Sentences
"Birds are a monophyletic group as they all share a common ancestor."
"The classification of reptiles as a monophyletic group is supported by genetic evidence."
"A monophyletic clade consists of a common ancestor and all its descendants."
"The monophyletic origin of mammals can be traced back to a common synapsid ancestor."
"Fish form a monophyletic group, separated from other vertebrates."
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Is MONOPHYLETIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, monophyletic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MONOPHYLETIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 24.
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Valid WordMONOPHYLETIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 27.
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Valid WordMONOPHYLETIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 26.