Definition

Having or existing in two different forms or types.

Example

Some species of plants are dimorphic, showing different leaf shapes depending on their environment.

Conversation

Did you know that some animals are dimorphic?

Really? What does that mean exactly?

It means they can exist in two distinct forms, like certain butterflies.

That's fascinating! Nature has so many interesting variations.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dimorphic → It is formed from "di-" (meaning two) and "morphē" (meaning form or shape). The word describes something that has two distinct forms or shapes.

Memory Tip

Think of 'two' ('di-') different 'shapes' ('morphē') to remember that 'dimorphic' refers to something that has two forms.

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