similarstructures
nounUK /ˈsɪmɪlə ˈstrʌktʃəz/
US /ˈsɪmələr ˈstrʌktʃərz/
Things that are built or put together in almost the same way.
The two bird nests are similar structures made of twigs and grass.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Buildings or parts of buildings that look much alike.
The old school and the library are similar structures with tall windows.
3. In science, parts of living things that have the same job or shape.
A bat's wing and a bird's wing are similar structures used for flying.
4. Ways of organizing ideas or information that follow the same plan.
Both stories use similar structures, starting with a problem and ending with a solution.