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am·​phib·​o·​lous | \ (ˈ)am¦fibələs \

Definition of amphibolous

: capable of two meanings specifically : manifesting amphibology

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First Known Use of amphibolous

1608, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for amphibolous

Late Latin amphibolus, from Greek amphibolos

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The first known use of amphibolous was in 1608

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“Amphibolous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/amphibolous. Accessed 23 May. 2022.

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