also zy·go·mor·phous (-fəs)
adj.
Bilaterally symmetrical. Used of organisms or parts.
zygomorphism zy'go·mor'phism n.
zygomorphic
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zy·go·mor·phic (zī'gə-môr'fĭk, zĭg'ə-) 
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(zī'gə-môr'fĭk, zĭg'ə-) or zy·go·mor·phous (-fəs)
adj.
adj.
Bilaterally symmetrical. Used of organisms or parts.
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The anatomical principle of bilaterality of antimeres (right and left halves of the body).
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A term used to describe an irregular flower with bilateral symmetry. Common examples are snapdragons, foxgloves, and all orchids. See also
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The adjective has one meaning:
Meaning #1:
(biology) capable of division into symmetrical halves by only one longitudinal plane passing through the axis
Synonyms: bilaterally symmetrical, zygomorphous
Antonym: actinomorphic (meaning #1)
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