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binominal

binominal

9.9
A name with two parts, usually genus then species for living things
  • adjective
  • /baɪˈnoʊmɪnəl/
  • Specialized
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  • Modern taxonomy relies on binominal nomenclature to ensure clarity and consistency.

Examples

  • Every scientific name of an organism is a binominal composed of its genus and species.

  • In biology, a binominal system is essential for classification.

  • The binominal system is used to identify species in biology.

  • The scientific name of the species is binominal.

  • Every scientific name of an organism is a binominal composed of its genus and species.

  • Modern taxonomy relies on binominal nomenclature to ensure clarity and consistency.

  • In biology, a system of binominal classification is crucial for identifying species.

Synonyms

binomial
vsbinominal
  • Specialized
3 7.1

Relating to two parts, for example in math and in species names

is limited to names of genus and species in taxonomy

Surface Forms

binominal positive

Morphology

binominal = nominal (transparent) = bi + nominal

Meaning derives directly from 'bi-' (two) + 'nominal' (relating to names); learners can infer 'having two names', though the term is technical in taxonomy.

Etymology

Binominal comes from the parts bi- meaning 'two' and nomen meaning 'name'. So a binominal name is a 'two-name' label, like the two words scientists use to name a living thing, its genus and species, which helps to identify it clearly.