amphikaryon

/ˌæmfɪˈkɛəriɒn/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fossilized animal with two heads, typically a conjoined twin.

“The discovery of an amphikaryon has provided valuable insights into the evolution of twins.”

Synonyms

  • conjoined twin
  • diphallodon

Antonyms

  • normal twin
  • singleton