dimorphous

An adjective describing something that exists in two distinct forms or shapes; now rarely used in modern English.

• 🇩🇪Adjektiv, das beschreibt, dass etwas in zwei verschiedenen Formen oder Gestalten existiert; im modernen Englisch selten verwendet.

1. Having two distinct forms C1 formal

   Occurring or existing in two different forms, shapes, or structures.

   • The mineral exhibits a dimorphous crystal structure.
   • Some plants are dimorphous, showing different leaf shapes in different seasons.
   • The species is dimorphous, with males and females having different appearances.

   🇩🇪Dimorph

   Synonyme: dimorphic

• more dimorphous comparative form
• most dimorphous superlative form