partialsimilarity
nounUK /ˌpɑːʃəl sɪmɪˈlærɪti/
US /ˌpɑːrʃəl sɪmɪˈlærəti/
A partial similarity is when two things are a little bit alike but not exactly the same.
There is a partial similarity between the two drawings, but the colors are different.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A likeness that covers only some features of two things.
The partial similarity of the twins confused their new teacher.
3. A small amount of agreement between two ideas or plans.
The partial similarity between the two plans made it easy to combine them.
4. The state of sharing some qualities while differing in others.
Scientists noted a partial similarity in the two species' diets.