Definition

Having two distinct lobes or sections.

Example

The plant has bilobate leaves that are easy to identify.

Conversation

Have you seen that plant with the bilobate leaves in the garden?

Yeah, I noticed it the other day; it's really unique!

I love how the bilobate shape makes it stand out from the others.

Definitely! It adds a nice touch to the whole garden.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bilobate → It is formed from "bi-" (meaning two) and "lobus" (from Latin, meaning lobe). The word "bilobate" describes something that has two lobes or divisions.

Memory Tip

Think of 'bi-' meaning two and 'lobus' referring to a lobe, so bilobate means having two lobes.

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