Synonyms of dimorphism

Noun


1. dimorphism, polymorphism, pleomorphism

usage: (chemistry) the property of certain substances that enables them to exist in two distinct crystalline forms

2. dimorphism, polymorphism

usage: (biology) the existence of two forms of individual within the same animal species (independent of sex differences)

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