diphyllous

[ dahy-fil-uhs ]

adjective

, Botany.

1. having two leaves.

diphyllous

/ daɪˈfɪləs /

adjective

1. (of certain plants) having two leaves

Word History and Origins

Origin of diphyllous¹

From the New Latin word diphyllus, dating back to 1780–90. See di- ¹, -phyllous

Example Sentences

Diphyllous, dī-fil′us, adj. having two leaves.

From Project Gutenberg

Diphyllous, formed by the union of two leaves into a single cup, tube, or funnel, &c.

From Project Gutenberg