bidactyl

adjective

bi·​dac·​tyl
(ˈ)bī-¦dak-təl
variants or bidactyle
(ˈ)bī-¦dak-təl,
-ˌtī(-ə)l
or less commonly bidactylous
(ˈ)bī-¦dak-tə-ləs

Word History

Etymology

bidactyl & bidactyle from French bidactyle, from bi- bi- entry 1 + -dactyle -dactylous (from Greek -daktylos); bidactylous from bidactyl + -ous

The Ultimate Dictionary Awaits

Expand your vocabulary and dive deeper into language with Merriam-Webster Unabridged.

  1. Expanded definitions
  2. Detailed etymologies
  3. Advanced search tools
  4. All ad-free

Discover what makes Merriam-Webster Unabridged the essential choice for true word lovers.

Start Your Free Trial Now

Dictionary Entries Near bidactyl

Cite this Entry

“Bidactyl.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bidactyl. Accessed 4 Dec. 2024.

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!