trimorphic

English

Etymology

tri- +‎ -morphic

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˌtɹaɪˈmɔɹfɪk/
  • Rhymes: -ɔː(r)fɪk

Adjective

trimorphic (not comparable)

  1. (zoology) Having three different forms with a clear attribute amongst three animals of the same species.
  2. (botany) Having three different forms of flowers, leaves, or any other attribute on the same plant.
  3. The condition of having three different forms.

Derived terms

  • trimorphic number
  • trimorphic protennoia
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