Definition

Relating to or having two axes.

Example

The biaxial crystal structure allows for unique optical properties.

Conversation

I just learned about biaxial materials in my physics class.

Oh really? What does that mean exactly?

It means they have two different axes for their properties.

That sounds interesting! I never knew materials could behave that way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Biaxial → It is formed from "bi-" (meaning two) and "axial" (from Latin "axis", meaning axis). The word "biaxial" refers to something that has two axes.

Memory Tip

Think of 'bi-' meaning two, and 'axial' relating to axes — so biaxial describes something with two axes.

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