Definition

In a way that involves both parents.

Example

The children were raised biparentally, with both their mother and father actively involved in their lives.

Conversation

Did you know that kids can be raised biparentally even when parents are separated?

Yeah, I think it's great when parents can work together for their children.

It really shows how important both parents are in a child's life.

Absolutely! It makes such a difference in their development.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Biparentally → It is formed from "bi-" (meaning two) and "parent" (from Latin "parens", meaning father or mother) and the suffix "-ally" (meaning in a manner). The word "biparentally" refers to something that involves or is related to two parents.

Memory Tip

Think of 'two' ('bi-') parents ('parent') acting 'in a manner' ('-ally') — that's why biparentally means involving two parents.

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