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1. (adj.) asymmetric
not identical on both sides of a central line; lacking symmetry.
2. asymmetric
having an unsymmetrical arrangement of atoms in a molecule.
3. asymmetric
noting a carbon atom bonded to four different atoms or groups.
4. asymmetric
(of a polymer) noting an atom or group that is within a polymer chain and is bonded to two different atoms or groups that are external to the chain.
Etymology: (1870–75)
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1. (adj) asymmetrical, asymmetric
characterized by asymmetry in the spatial arrangement or placement of parts or components
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1. (adj) asymmetric
alt. of Asymmetrical
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