biparental
|bi/pa/rent/al|
C1
/ˌbaɪpəˈrɛntəl/
involving two parents
Etymology
Etymology Information
'biparental' originates from Latin, specifically the prefix 'bi-' meaning 'two' and 'parental' from 'parentalis' meaning 'of a parent'.
Historical Evolution
'Biparental' was formed by combining the prefix 'bi-' with 'parental', which has been used in English since the 17th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'involving two parents', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
involving or derived from two parents.
The biparental care in birds is crucial for the survival of the offspring.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42