bifid

/ˈbaɪfɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

Divided or cleft into two parts, especially referring to the division of the terminal lobes of the spine in early human embryos.

“The embryonic spine was bifid, a rare condition that affected her development.”

2. noun

A condition where the spine is divided into two parts, especially referring to the terminal lobes of the spine in early human embryos.

“She was born with a bifid spine, which required extensive medical treatment.”

Synonyms

  • cleft
  • divided

Antonyms

  • unbroken
  • whole