Bicornate (Adjective)
Meaning
Having two horns or horn-shaped parts; "a bicornuate uterus".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- Animals characterized as being typically single horned can occasionally be bicornate due to genetic mutations or injury.
- Anatomical studies suggest certain prehistoric species displayed prominent bicornate skulls.
- Commonly referred to as having two horns, the bicornate features were mainly for display purposes in these species of insects.
- A bicornuate uterus may not cause noticeable problems during pregnancies in some women but can in others.
- Particular families of beetles display vibrant colors and complex bicornate or claw-like features on their heads.