What is another word for dimorphic?

Pronunciation: [dɪmˈɔːfɪk] (IPA)

Dimorphic is an adjective used to describe something that has two distinct forms. Some synonyms for dimorphic include dichotomous, dual, bifurcated, twofold, binary, and diapsid. Dichotomous refers to something that is divided into two distinct parts. Dual refers to something that has two parts or aspects. Bifurcated is used to describe something that is divided or split into two parts. Twofold is another word for double, referring to something that has two parts or aspects. Binary refers to something that has two equally important and related parts. Diapsid is a scientific term used to describe animals with two pairs of openings in the skull.

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Usage examples for Dimorphic

He generally used the chrysalids of the Papilio Turnus, whose females are dimorphic, that is, having two distinct forms.
"Slippy McGee, Sometimes Known as the Butterfly Man"
Marie Conway Oemler
Some entomologists have thought them simply varieties or dimorphic forms while others have considered them hybrids.
"Butterflies Worth Knowing"
Clarence M. Weed
As is the case with so many other butterflies there is a dimorphic form, called ocellata, in which the outer half of the hind wing is very dark brown, with the eye-spot showing as black with red-brown circles.
"Butterflies Worth Knowing"
Clarence M. Weed

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