Definition

A condition in which an organism has both male and female characteristics, often seen in certain animals.

Example

The scientist studied a rare case of gynandromorphy in butterflies, which displayed both male and female wing patterns.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of gynandromorphy?

No, what is that?

It's when an organism has both male and female characteristics.

That sounds fascinating! I’d love to learn more about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gynandromorphy is formed from "gyn-" (from Greek "gynē", meaning woman) and "andro-" (from Greek "anēr", meaning man) combined with "morphē" (from Greek, meaning form or shape). The term describes an organism that exhibits both male and female characteristics in its form.

Memory Tip

Think of 'woman' ('gyn-') and 'man' ('andro-') coming together in one 'form' ('morphē') — that's what gynandromorphy means.

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