Dimorphism

Pronunciation: /daɪˈmɔːrfɪzəm/

Dimorphism (noun)

  1. The existence of two different forms or types within a species, often in physical appearance.

Examples

  • Many species exhibit dimorphism in their physical characteristics.
  • Dimorphism means two different forms in a species.

Common collocations: sexual dimorphism, morphological dimorphism, dimorphic traits

Synonyms of Dimorphism

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Dimorphism

  • — Describes a lack of variation or difference.