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Ditokous

Di′to-kous

,
Adj.
[Gr.
δι-
=
δίσ-
twice + [GREEK] a bringing forth, offspring.]
(Zool.)
(a)
Having two kinds of young, as certain annelids.
(b)
Producing only two eggs for a clutch, as certain birds do.

Definition 2024

ditokous

ditokous

English

Adjective

ditokous ‎(not comparable)

  1. (zoology) Having two kinds of young.
    Certain annelids are ditokous.
  2. (zoology) Producing only two eggs in a clutch.
    Some birds are ditokous.

Etymology

Ancient Greek δίς ‎(dís, “twice”) + τόκος ‎(tókos, “a bringing forth, offspring”).

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