Definition

didymous

adjective
  1. Growing or occurring in pairs; twin-like or double.
  2. Usage: botanical and biological term; formal/technical
  3. Having two lobes or parts that are nearly equal in size.
  4. Usage: botanical term; technical

Examples

  • The plant displayed didymous leaves arranged symmetrically along the stem.
  • Didymous stamens are characteristic of certain flowering species.
  • The seed pods were didymous, consisting of two nearly identical chambers.
  • Botanists noted the didymous structure of the flower's reproductive organs.
  • The didymous fruits hung in pairs from the branches.

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