binucleolate

/ˌbaɪˌnuːkliˈoʊleɪt, ˌbaɪˌnuːklɪˈoʊleɪt/

Definitions

1. adjective

having or characterized by two nucleoli, especially in cells of plants.

“The botanist studied the binucleolate cells of the rare orchid species.”

2. verb

to become or cause to become binucleolate.

“The pollen tube binucleolated the ovule, initiating fertilization.”

Synonyms

  • diplochrome
  • diplochromic

Antonyms

  • mononucleolate