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bicapsular

bicapsular

9.9
Having two capsules, often in a plant or organ
  • adjective
  • /ˌbaɪˈkæpsjʊlər/
  • Specialized
translation icon : bicápsula
  • The flower produced a bicapsular fruit, each section containing numerous seeds.

Examples

  • The botanist noted the rare bicapsular arrangement in the examined plant.

  • In anatomy, a bicapsular organ may have two distinct compartments.

  • In some species, the ovary develops into a bicapsular structure at maturity.

  • The bicapsular structure of the plant allows for better seed dispersal.

  • The flower produced a bicapsular fruit, each section containing numerous seeds.

  • The botanist noted the rare bicapsular arrangement in the examined plant.

  • In anatomy, a bicapsular organ may have two distinct compartments.

Synonyms

bilocular
vsbicapsular
  • Specialized
9.9

Having two chambers separated by a thin wall

refers specifically to two capsules rather than general chambers
biloculate
vsbicapsular
  • Specialized
9.9

Having two chambers or cells, often in plants and animals

specifies two capsules rather than generic cells or chambers
two-chambered
vsbicapsular
  • Specialized
6.0

Having two separate chambers, as in some hearts or machines

focuses on capsules rather than general chambers or mechanical devices
bipartite
vsbicapsular
  • Specialized
7.9

Having two parts that reach almost to the base

describes two capsules specifically rather than only two outer parts

Surface Forms

bicapsular positive

Morphology

bicapsular = capsular (transparent) = bi + capsul + ar

The prefix 'bi-' clearly indicates 'two', and 'capsular' relates to capsules, making the meaning straightforward.

Etymology

Bicapsular breaks into bi- meaning 'two', as in bicycle, and capsule meaning 'a small box or container', like a medicine capsule. So bicapsular describes something made of two connected 'small boxes' or parts, which is why scientists use it for organs or fruits split into two sections.