heterophilic
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- (immunology) Having an affinity for antigens or antibodies other than the one for which it is specific.
- (cytology) That is stained by more than one class of stain.
- (sociology) Tending to maintain relationships with people who are different from oneself in age, race, gender, etc.
- Antonym: homophilic