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bilateralism

bilateralism

8.9
A shape or body with the same left and right sides like a butterfly
  • noun
  • /ˌbaɪˈlætərəlɪzəm/
  • Specialized
translation icon : bilateralismo
  • Many animals, such as frogs and humans, display bilateralism in their physical structure, with symmetrical right and left halves.

Examples

  • Architects sometimes design buildings with bilateralism to achieve a sense of balance and harmony.

  • The bilateralism of the butterfly's wings is a classic example of natural symmetry.

  • Many animals in the animal kingdom exhibit bilateralism in their body plan.

  • The bilateralism of the design was impressive.

  • Many animals exhibit bilateralism in their body structure.

  • The bilateralism seen in the leaves of the plant creates a visually appealing garden space.

  • In art, bilateralism can enhance the aesthetic appeal of sculptures and paintings by providing a sense of symmetry.

Synonyms

bilaterality
vsbilateralism
  • Specialized
8.6

Having the same shape on both sides of the middle line of a body or object

is the same meaning but uses the -ism noun ending
bilateral symmetry
vsbilateralism
  • Specialized
6.6

A shape or body with matching left and right sides

is the same idea but written as a two word phrase

Antonyms

asymmetry
19 6.5

When two sides are not the same in shape, size, or position

How Symmetrical

bilateralism
  • Specialized
8.9
symmetry
28 4.1
asymmetry
19 6.5

Surface Forms

bilateralism singular
bilateralisms plural

Morphology

bilateralism = bilateral (transparent) = bi + lateral + ism

Formed by adding the productive nominalizing suffix '-ism' to 'bilateral', yielding the state or quality of being two-sided.

Etymology

Bilateralism comes from the parts bi- 'two' and lateral 'side', the same bi- you see in bicycle. So it describes something with matching left and right sides, like a butterfly's wings.