Medical Term:
dimorphism
Pronunciation: dī-mōr′fizm
Definition:
- Existence in two shapes or forms; denoting a difference of crystalline form exhibited by the same substance, or a difference in form or outward appearance between individuals of the same species (sexual dimorphism).
- The occurrence in plants of two distinct forms of leaves or other parts in the same individual plant.
[G. di-, two, + morphē, shape]
